The correct answer is 3 (B and C only) because both "Saint Joan of the Stockyards" and "Death of a Salesman" prominently explore themes related to consumerism.
Here’s a breakdown of how each work relates to consumerism:
"Saint Joan of the Stockyards" by Bertolt Brecht:
This play critiques the capitalist system and the impact of consumerism on society. It focuses on the exploitation and manipulation of workers in a capitalist economy, highlighting the dehumanizing effects of consumerist values.
"Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller:
This play is a critical examination of the American Dream and consumerism. It portrays the struggles of Willy Loman, a salesman whose pursuit of material success and societal approval ultimately leads to his downfall. The play addresses how consumerist values and societal expectations contribute to personal and familial conflict.
"Lovalties" by John Galsworthy, "Candida" by George Bernard Shaw, and "Waiting for Godot" by Samuel Beckett:
These works do not primarily focus on consumerism. "Lovalties" deals with personal relationships and societal expectations, "Candida" is more concerned with gender roles and personal identity, and "Waiting for Godot" is a key work of absurdist theater that explores existential themes rather than consumerism.
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