Post-Modernism

Which of the following best represents the dates of the Post-Modern Era?

• 1940s - Now

• 1910s - 1950s

• 1880s - 1900s

Which of these is not a main charactaristic of Post-Modernism?

• Fragmentation

• Hyperreality

• Linear Narratives

What is a key characteristic of intertextuality in postmodern media?

• Isolation of the text from any external influences

• Referencing and incorporation of other texts within a new text
• Complete originality with no influence from other texts
• Strict adherence to traditional storytelling without any references to other texts

What concept involves the blurring of the line between reality and representation, creating environments where simulations are indistinguishable from reality?

• Hyperreality

• Distrust of grand narratives

• Metafiction

• Intertextuality

What makes the film Shrek post-modern?

• It subverts traditional fairy tale tropes and includes self-referential humor and pop culture references.
• It completely ignores the influence of popular culture and does not reference any modern media or trends.
• It has a linear and predictable storyline with no unexpected twists or subversions of expectations.
• It follows all the traditional fairy tale tropes and has no self-referential humor or pop culture references.

What are the characteristics of pastiche in Post-Modernism?

• Complete originality and rejection of all previous styles
• Strict adherence to traditional artistic techniques
• A focus on futuristic and cutting-edge aesthetics
• Imitation or parody of previous styles and genres

How does postmodernist media engage with viewers in unconventional ways, as opposed to traditional media?

• By clearly distinguishing between reality and fiction
• By breaking traditional narrative structures, blurring the line between reality and fiction, and encouraging active participation.
• By strictly adhering to traditional narrative structures
• By discouraging active participation

Which term describes the blending and imitation of various styles, genres, and cultural elements in postmodern media?

• Hyperreality

• Pastiche

• Irony

• Intertextuality