Question 8
Literary HistoryExistentialism as a philosophical and literary movement gained prominence in:
- A.The 18th century
- B.The Victorian era
- C.The post-World War II period (mid-20th century)
- D.The Romantic era
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (The post-World War II period (mid-20th century))
Explanation
Existentialism became prominent after the Second World War through writers such as Sartre and Camus.