In The Dubliners, how does Joyce use epiphanies ?
Correct answer: D. All of the Above
- A. they sometimes clarify the connection between death and life
- B. they are often coupled with resignation, sadness, and frustration
- C. they create a system of hope, followed by passive acceptance
- D. All of the Above
Explanation
Joyce's epiphanies expose sudden truths, but they often end not in action but in resignation, sadness, or frustration. They can also connect personal moments with larger realities such as death and life, making all three descriptions applicable.
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