Asked by Karen Najera on May 03, 2024

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According to Janice Radway's classic book, Reading the Romance, the damsel in distress, the woman who is incomplete without her heroic man, and the woman who finds love with the man who has sexually assaulted her are all heterosexist visions most commonly found in ______.

A) romance novels
B) romantic comedies
C) dramas
D) biographies

Heterosexist Visions

Representations or depictions that assume heterosexuality as the norm, thereby excluding or diminishing non-heterosexual perspectives and experiences.

Janice Radway

A scholar known for her contributions to the fields of cultural studies and American literature, especially for her work on reading communities.

Romance Novels

A literary genre focused on the theme of romantic love, typically with a plot that centers on a romantic relationship.

  • Review the role and impact of interpretation by audiences in the interaction with mass media content.
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Zybrea KnightMay 07, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Radway's book specifically analyzes romance novels and how they perpetuate certain heterosexist narratives, including the tropes mentioned.