Postmodernism Quiz

What does postmodernism do to authority?

• It creates new forms of authority

• It completely supports authority

• It questions authority

• It ignores authority

Who wrote the essay 'The Death of the Author'?

• Friedrich Nietzsche

• Jean-Francois Lyotard

• Michel Foucault

• Roland Barthes

What is metatextuality?

• A type of narrative that ignores the audience

• A historical narrative style

• A text that draws attention to its own creation

• A genre of poetry

Which film features a character who is aware of the narrator?

• Fight Club

• The Matrix

• I, Tonya

• Inception

What does Jean-Francois Lyotard claim about grand narratives?

• They have lost their credibility

• They are more credible than ever

• They are essential for society

• They are only found in literature

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of postmodernism?

• Pastiche and parody

• Self-reflexivity

• Intertextuality

• Strict adherence to historical reality

What is a common theme in postmodern narratives?

• The celebration of traditional values

• The questioning of reality

• The promotion of a single truth

• The rejection of all forms of art

Which film is considered a cornerstone of postmodern cinema?

• The Lion King

• Bladerunner

• Titanic

• The Godfather

How does postmodern media often treat the concept of authorship?

• It emphasizes the author's intent

• It disregards the author's background

• It celebrates the author's authority

• It critiques the notion of a singular author

What role does irony play in postmodern media?

• It is used to convey serious messages

• It highlights contradictions and absurdities

• It serves to confuse the audience

• It is avoided to maintain clarity