Contemporary Chinese Literature

The video explores contemporary Chinese literature, highlighting the works of Mo Yan and Yan Lienka. Mo Yan's novels, influenced by magical realism, offer a scathing allegorical vision of modern China. Despite censorship, Chinese literature remains vibrant, with authors like Yan Lienka gaining recognition for their allegorical narratives that critique societal issues. His novel, 'Chronicle of Jolly,' metaphorically depicts China's development through a fictional town's transformation, addressing themes of corruption and societal change.

Which literary style is Moyan's work often associated with?

• Latin American magical realism

• Victorian realism

• Postmodernism

• Romanticism

What is a common theme in Moyan's novels?

• Romantic love stories

• Allegorical critiques of modern China

• Science fiction adventures

• Historical biographies

How does the speaker compare the social criticism in Chinese literature?

• To Shakespeare's plays

• To Orwell's writings

• To Tolstoy's epics

• To Hemingway's novels

What is the central metaphor in Yan Lienka's 'Chronicle of Jolly'?

• A quest for treasure

• An explosion representing China's development

• A journey through time

• A love triangle

What industry do the women in 'Chronicle of Jolly' enter to help build the city?

• Agriculture

• Textile industry

• Entertainment industry

• Technology sector