What is "Imagism" ?
Correct answer: C. A and B only
- A. A poetic movement which hoped to offer clear expression of ideas and feelings through the use of specific visual images
- B. An attempt to use the "exact word" instead of flowery, excessive descriptive language in poetry
- C. A and B only
- D. B and C only
Explanation
Imagism sought precise visual presentation and direct expression, replacing ornamental language with the exact word and concrete image. Since both statements A and B describe Imagist principles, “A and B only” is correct.
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