Ambiguity (A):
Correct description (IV): "A term made famous by William Empson to indicate that a word, phrase, or text can be interpreted in more than one way."
Explanation: William Empson is well-known for his work on ambiguity, particularly in his book Seven Types of Ambiguity, where he explores how words or phrases can have multiple interpretations.
So, A matches with IV.
Aporia (B):
Correct description (III): "An irresolvable internal contradiction or logical disjunction in a text, usually associated with deconstructive thinking."
Explanation: Aporia, often discussed in deconstruction, refers to a state of puzzlement or an irresolvable contradiction within a text. It's associated with the work of deconstructive thinkers like Jacques Derrida.
So, B matches with III.
Intertextuality (C):
Correct description (I): "A term coined by Julia Kristeva to refer to the fact that texts are constituted by a tissue of citations."
Explanation: Julia Kristeva introduced the concept of intertextuality, referring to how texts reference or are connected to other texts, creating a "tissue of citations."
So, C matches with I.
Heteroglossia (D):
Correct description (II): "A term used by Mikhail Bakhtin to describe the variety of languages and voices within a novel."
Explanation: Mikhail Bakhtin coined "heteroglossia" to describe the multiplicity of voices and perspectives within a novel, emphasizing the diversity of social voices within a single text.
So, D matches with II.
Conclusion:
The correct matches are:
A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
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