Question 1: The History of the Novel Quiz

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Widely considered one of the world's first novels, this sprawling 11th-century Japanese work offers an intimate look at the lives of imperial courtiers, focusing on emotional depth and aesthetic sensibilities.

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Murasaki Shikibu's 'The Tale of Genji', written in early 11th-century Japan, is often cited as the first true novel due to its psychological complexity, character development, and narrative structure, preceding European novels by several centuries.

A. Romance of the Three Kingdoms

27%

B. The Tale of Genji

30%

C. Dream of the Red Chamber

33%

D. Journey to the West

10%

Widely considered one of the world's first novels, this sprawling 11th-century Japanese work offers an intimate look at the lives of imperial courtiers, focusing on emotional depth and aesthetic sensibilities.

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