Humanities CLEP Prep Practice Exam

What is a didactic work?

1. A play

2. A series of lectures

3. A musical composition

4. A book of poetry

The correct answer is: A book of poetry

A) "A play" is not a correct definition of a didactic work because plays are intended to be performed live and often focus on entertainment rather than instructional material. B) "A series of lectures" is not a correct definition of a didactic work because while lectures may convey information, they are not necessarily considered works of literature. C) "A musical composition" is not a correct definition of a didactic work because while music can convey a message or lesson, it is not the primary purpose of a musical composition. D) "A book of poetry" is the correct definition of a didactic work because poetry can be used to convey a moral, philosophical, or educational message to the reader. It is a literary genre that is specifically intended to instruct or teach the reader in some way.