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A trademark characteristic of postmodernism is the turn from self-seri
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A trademark characteristic of postmodernism is the turn from self-seriousness to (i) _____________: Because everything has been explained and already done, the only remaining recourse is (ii) _____________.
| Blank (i) | Blank (ii) |
|---|---|
| A. pathos | D. amused detachment |
| B. sentimentality | E. heightened awareness |
| C. irony | F. cautious investigation |
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Blank (i) A. **Pathos:** Pathos refers to an appeal to the emotions, often associated with deep feelings or sorrow. In the context of the sentence, postmodernism's turn from self-seriousness wouldn't align with an appeal to deep emotions.
Blank (i) B. **Sentimentality:** Similar to pathos, sentimentality involves excessive or exaggerated emotion. Postmodernism's shift away from self-seriousness is more about a departure from intense emotional tones.
Blank (i) C. **Irony:** Irony involves the use of language to convey a meaning opposite to its literal interpretation. In the context of postmodernism, embracing irony aligns with the idea of challenging traditional narratives.
Blank (ii) D. **Amused Detachment:** This option captures the notion of stepping back from seriousness with a sense of detachment. The amusement suggests a recognition of the absurdity or complexity, fitting the postmodern theme.
Blank (ii) E. **Heightened Awareness:** While awareness is a part of the postmodern turn, "heightened awareness" might not capture the detachment or the sense of having exhausted traditional approaches as implied in the sentence.
Blank (ii) F. **Cautious Investigation:** The term "cautious investigation" doesn't quite align with the idea of turning away from self-seriousness to a lighter or detached perspective.
In summary, options C (irony) and D (amused detachment) best fit the context of the sentence, capturing the postmodern shift from self-seriousness to a more ironic and detached stance.
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Blank (i) B. **Sentimentality:** Similar to pathos, sentimentality involves excessive or exaggerated emotion. Postmodernism's shift away from self-seriousness is more about a departure from intense emotional tones.
Blank (i) C. **Irony:** Irony involves the use of language to convey a meaning opposite to its literal interpretation. In the context of postmodernism, embracing irony aligns with the idea of challenging traditional narratives.
Blank (ii) D. **Amused Detachment:** This option captures the notion of stepping back from seriousness with a sense of detachment. The amusement suggests a recognition of the absurdity or complexity, fitting the postmodern theme.
Blank (ii) E. **Heightened Awareness:** While awareness is a part of the postmodern turn, "heightened awareness" might not capture the detachment or the sense of having exhausted traditional approaches as implied in the sentence.
Blank (ii) F. **Cautious Investigation:** The term "cautious investigation" doesn't quite align with the idea of turning away from self-seriousness to a lighter or detached perspective.
In summary, options C (irony) and D (amused detachment) best fit the context of the sentence, capturing the postmodern shift from self-seriousness to a more ironic and detached stance.
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