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How is ethnocentrism portrayed in "Heart of Darkness"?

A) Celebrated diversity
B) Condemned prejudice
C) Embraced inclusivity
D) Criticized cultural bias

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Ethnocentrism is portrayed as criticized cultural bias in 'Heart of Darkness' through its racist and Eurocentric portrayal of Africans.

Step-by-step explanation:

In Joseph Conrad's novella Heart of Darkness, ethnocentrism is portrayed as (D) Criticized cultural bias. The novella perpetuates attitudes of racism and Eurocentrism through its portrayal of Africans. Nigerian novelist Chinua Achebe criticized the dehumanization of Africa and Africans in the text, arguing that it cannot be considered a great work of art. The novella portrays the image of Africa as 'the other world' and mocks the intelligence and refinement of Africans.

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