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Q
Which of the following best describes the difference between literary criticism and literary theory?
AA. Literary criticism is concerned only with the meaning of a literary work, while literary theory is concerned only with the structure of a literary work.
BB. Literary criticism draws upon research derived from sources outside literature, while literary theory draws upon sources within a text.
CC. Literary criticism is concerned with how characters in a text act, while literary theory is concerned with why characters act.
DD. Literary theory is concerned with the method used to interpret a work, while literary criticism is the application of literary theory.
Correct Answer:
D. D. Literary theory is concerned with the method used to interpret a work, while literary criticism is the application of literary theory.
