Question

Before the emergence of novels, the central character that you would find in a literary work would most likely be _____. Select all that apply. a common man, a great historical figure, a common woman ,a hero

Answer 1

The answer is hero and a great historical figure

"prior to the beginning of the eighteenth century, it may look like this. It might be poetry, a play, an extended narrative, or a biography. The characters would be heroes, such as mythical gods and goddesses or historical figures. They would include all of the great things they’ve accomplished."

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Answer 2

B). A Great Historical Figure.

D). A Hero.

Step-by-step explanation:

Prior to the emergence of novels as a literary genre in the beginning of eighteenth century, the central character of the literary works generally used to be 'a great historical figure' and 'a hero'. Before the arrival of novel, restoration age was on its peak during the 17th century in England that was primarily indulged in imitating the classical writers(who included mythical gods and goddesses as the characters exemplifying 'great mythical figures' with a historic reference in their works) and their characterization and writing style.

The characters used to be 'a hero' possessing outstanding courage and strength or 'historical figures' in order to imitate(classical writers) and refer to the great classical characters as they believed whatever the classicists propagated was perfect. Thus, options B and D are correct.