Single Answer MCQ
Q-00051214

Why does Forster compare story to a ‘tape-worm’?

1

Both are easily forgotten.

2

Both are continuous and essential.

3

Both are often seen as negative.

4

Both grow over time.

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Both are continuous and essential.

Solution:

Forster compares story to a 'tape-worm' to illustrate that like a tape-worm, the story is continuous and essential to the structure of a novel.

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