Question

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In James Joyce's story "Araby," what is the relationship between the archetype of the questing hero and the archetype of the pure maiden?

The hero wins the prize the maiden requested so she accepts his love.
The maiden dashes the hero's hopes when she forbids the hero to speak to her.
The pure maiden is a helper during the hero's quest, giving him aid and comfort.
The romantic ideal of the pure maiden inspires the hero to begin his quest.

Answer 1

It is D

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Answer 2

The Answer is D. The romantic ideal of the pure maiden inspires the hero to begin his quest.