Humanities CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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The idea that literature should mirror and reflect the best aspects and ideals of a society is known as what?

Imitation
Idealism
Reflection
Sacramentalism

The correct answer is: Idealism

Idealism is the idea that literature should reflect the best aspects and ideals of a society. This means that literature should strive to represent a society's highest aspirations and values, rather than simply imitating or mirroring its reality (option A). While literature can certainly serve as a reflection of society (option C), idealism goes beyond this to emphasize the importance of portraying society in its most positive and ideal form. Sacramentalism (option D) is a term used in religious contexts and is not relevant to the question.