Question

7. Which of these statements would work as a claim in a comparative literature essay?

A) Ancient African literature is much more more interesting to read than the tribal literature of Australia and North America.

B) The Old Man and the Sea addresses the same themes as many of Hemingway's other novels, but in a form that makes his shortest novel
seem very different.

C)Japanese folk tales are generally much shorter than the folk tales of European cultures, but they are similar in their treatment of themes
related to aging.

D)Many poems by the 20th century Irish poet William Butler Yeatts can be compared to ancient Irish poems that he would have read as a
young man.
Bi
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Answer 1

The best claim for a comparative literature essay is B) "The Old Man and the Sea addresses the same themes as many of Hemingway's other novels, but in a form that makes his shortest novel seem very different," as it sets up a specific and analyzable comparison between the works of Hemingway.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement that would work as a claim in a comparative literature essay is B) "The Old Man and the Sea addresses the same themes as many of Hemingway's other novels, but in a form that makes his shortest novel seem very different." This statement provides a clear comparison regarding thematic elements in Hemingway's work, particularly contrasting The Old Man and the Sea with his other novels based on form and perceived difference, despite thematic similarities. It sets the foundation for a critical analysis that can be developed throughout the essay.

Choice A is more opinion-based rather than factual for a claim. Choice C makes a general comparison on length and theme treatment which could work, but it lacks specificity. Choice D brings up a point that could be interesting but does not specify how the comparison would be carried out in terms of literary analysis.

Answer 2

Answer: Japanese folk tales are generally much shorter than the folk tales of European cultures, but they are similar in their treatment of themes

related to aging.

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