Which of the following concepts are NOT elements of neo-classicism ?
Correct answer: A. Optimism
- A. Optimism
- B. A sense of man being imperfect
- C. Order and reason
- D. A belief that art is primarily intellectual
Explanation
Neoclassicism stresses order, reason, intellectual control and the imperfect nature of humanity. Optimism is more closely associated with other literary outlooks, especially Romantic idealism, so it is the exception here.
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