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List - I (Dramatist)
A. Martin Esslin
B. Bertolt Brecht
C. Antonin Artaud
D. August Strindberg

List- II (Theatrical form/Technique)
I. The Theatre of Cruelty
II. Dream Play
III. Estrangement - effect
IV. The Theatre of the Absurd

(1) A-I, B-I, C-III, D-IV
(2) A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I
(3) A-IV, B-lII, C-I, D-II
(4) A-I, B-IV, C-III, D-II

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Martin Esslin is best known for his work on "The Theatre of the Absurd." He coined the term and wrote extensively about it. Therefore, Martin Esslin should be matched with "The Theatre of the Absurd."

Bertolt Brecht is famous for his development of the "Estrangement-effect" (also known as the "Alienation-effect" or "Verfremdungseffekt"), which aimed to prevent the audience from getting emotionally involved in the narrative so they could critically engage with the play's message. Therefore, Bertolt Brecht should be matched with "Estrangement-effect."

Antonin Artaud is known for his concept of "The Theatre of Cruelty," which emphasizes the physical and emotional impact of theater on the audience. Therefore, Antonin Artaud should be matched with "The Theatre of Cruelty."

August Strindberg created and explored the form known as "Dream Play," which presents a surreal, dream-like narrative structure that breaks traditional logical storylines and realism. Therefore, August Strindberg should be matched with "Dream Play."
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