Which statement best explains why Gundulić's Osman is regarded as Baroque rather than Renaissance?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. It joins grand rhetoric and strong contrasts with a moral and religious view in which worldly power is shown as passing
- Step 1: Baroque works often use contrasts, rich language and the theme of vanity. Step 2. Osman shows the downfall of a powerful sultan within a Christian moral view. Answer: Rhetoric, contrast and the passing of worldly power. Why not the others: The other choices describe comedy, lyric or realist prose.
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