In "Two Gallants," Joyce's major critical commentary is__________________?
Correct answer: B. that individuals are too passive
- A. that women are more at fault than men
- B. that individuals are too passive
- C. that people work too hard for change
- D. that Catholicism is not to blame for problems
Explanation
“Two Gallants” presents Dubliners as morally and socially paralysed, drifting into exploitation rather than taking responsibility or seeking change. This passivity, rather than women or Catholicism alone, is Joyce’s central criticism.
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