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Which of the following best describes "stream of consciousness" narrative in the modern period ?

Correct answer: D. A and B only

  • A. Stream of consciousness often relies upon "free association" of ideas.
  • B. Stream of consciousness is the capturing of the interior monologue of the narrator.
  • C. Stream of consciousness attempts to accurately capture the external dialogue of various characters in a realistic setting by an objective observer.
  • D. A and B only

Explanation

Stream-of-consciousness writing represents the mind’s shifting inner flow and commonly uses free association and interior monologue. Objective external dialogue, however, belongs to conventional realistic narration, not this technique.

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