2. which phrase best defines comparative literature?
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the field of study that in which people analyze how the literature of various cultures is similar and different
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a tool for evaluating literature, in which a student rates literature compared to the value of other art forms
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literature that focuses on the similarities and differences among cultures or societies
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a way of reading literature that involves comparing one form or genre of writing to another

In act v of a midsummer night's dream, quince presents the prologue for “pyramus and thisbe.” when he finishes, hippolyta comments: indeed he hath played on his prologue like a child on a recorder—a sound, but not in government. which tone does the simile “played on his prologue like a child on a recorder” create? it creates a sad, wistful tone by comparing quince’s performance to a beautiful tune. it creates a surprised tone by comparing quince’s performance to an eloquent speech by a government official. it creates a relaxed tone by comparing quince’s performance to lovely recorder music. it creates a humorous tone by comparing quince’s performance to a child playing an instrument badly.