What are some common criticisms of literary theory ?
Correct answer: D. All of the above.
- A. The reasoning of theory is often too circular.
- B. Many theories have been pushed too far into abstraction.
- C. Many theories are no longer accepted by their parent disciplines.
- D. All of the above.
Explanation
Critics often object that theory can become circular, excessively abstract, or detached from the disciplines from which it borrowed ideas. Since each listed objection is recognised, “all of the above” is the best choice.
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