Q. With reference to literary figures and their impact, consider the following statements: - Leo Tolstoy's "War and Peace" was inspired by his experiences in the Napoleonic Wars.
- Virginia Woolf's "Mrs. Dalloway" is a reflection of her struggles with mental health and the modernist movement.
- Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" was banned in several libraries due to its portrayal of race and social issues.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer:
All three
Notes: - Leo Tolstoy's "War and Peace" was inspired by his experiences in the Napoleonic Wars: This is correct. Tolstoy fought in the war and incorporated his observations into the narrative.
- Virginia Woolf's "Mrs. Dalloway" is a reflection of her struggles with mental health and the modernist movement: This is correct. The novel explores themes of mental illness and the passage of time.
- Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" was banned in several libraries due to its portrayal of race and social issues: This is correct. The book has faced censorship for its language and themes surrounding race relations.