Orientalism by Edward W. Said

1. What is the main thesis of Edward Said's 'Orientalism'?

A) The West creates a distorted image of the East.
B) The East and West are identical.
C) Orientalism promotes unity among Eastern cultures.
D) The East is a superior culture.

2. In what year was 'Orientalism' first published?

A) 1972
B) 1984
C) 1978
D) 1991

3. Which of the following refers to the representation of the East by the West?

A) Colonialism
B) Orientalism
C) Occidentalism
D) Postcolonialism

4. What does Said suggest about knowledge production in Orientalism?

A) It is influenced by political power.
B) It is purely objective.
C) It is independent of politics.
D) It fosters mutual understanding.

5. How does Said argue that Orientalism is connected to imperialism?

A) It justifies Western dominance over the East.
B) It reflects the economic equality between East and West.
C) It encourages cooperation between cultures.
D) It provides an accurate historical representation.

6. What type of media does Said critique in 'Orientalism'?

A) Sports and games
B) Television and film
C) Music and dance
D) Literature and art

7. What methodological approach does Said employ in 'Orientalism'?

A) Positivism
B) Empiricism
C) Critical theory
D) Naturalism

8. Which academic field does 'Orientalism' heavily impact?

A) Postcolonial studies
B) Sociology
C) Biology
D) Engineering

9. Which literary genre does Said explore in connection to Orientalism?

A) Romance
B) Science Fiction
C) Literature
D) Mystery

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