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For the questions 33–36, choose the best
option to complete the missing part of the
passage.

33. Numerous film-makers have contributed 34. The evolution of literary genres is a
tremendously to the advancement of cinema, fascinating reflection of the changes in
but none have had as much influence as society and culture over time. ---- For
Charlie Chaplin. After starting as a stage example, the rise of the Gothic novel in the
performer, Chaplin turned his attention to late 18 century reflected the anxieties of
th
film-making during the silent era, successfully a society undergoing industrialisation and
becoming one of the first film stars in urbanisation. Likewise, the recent popularity
cinematic history. ---- The man in a tiny jacket of the dystopian genre can be attributed to
with his moustache, cane, and hat became our collective fears of political instability and
a classic character that is still remembered environmental chaos. As the world changes
today. Frequently known for his work in and readers’ interests and concerns shift,
front of the camera, Chaplin made pivotal genres will continue to evolve and adapt to
contributions to the developing art of silent capture the spirit of their times.
film as a director, cinematographer, and even A) The success of a literary genre can be
composer.
influenced by factors beyond the author’s
A) Due to his extraordinary talent, his control, like cultural trends and reader
contributions to film go beyond his preferences.
performances as a comedic actor.
B) The definition and classification of literary
B) He created distinct signature characters in genres can vary depending on cultural and
silent films that made him memorable in the historical contexts.
coming years.
C) Because certain genres provide comfort,
C) The special thing about him is that he escapism, or intellectual stimulation, people
incorporated tragedy and real-life issues into often turn to them during times of stress or
his comedies. boredom.
D) He made his first film in 1914, and later that D) We can see how writers respond to the
year, he created his iconic character, the pressing issues of their era, with new genres
Tramp. emerging and old ones fading.
E) His films were able to deal with real issues E) The study of literary genres can reveal
through classical characters that made insights into the psychological and emotional
people laugh. needs of the reader.

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