Which of the following are among Barthes's codes common to all narratives?

1. A. Synthetic code
2. B. Proairetic code
3. C. Semic code
4. D. Hermeneutic code
5. E. Symbolic code

1. AA, B and C only
2. BB, D and E only
3. CA, D and E only
4. DB, C and D only

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Correct answer: B. B, D and E only

Explanation

S/Z's five codes are hermeneutic, proairetic, semic, symbolic and cultural (referential). There is no 'synthetic' code.

Note: Option 4 (B, C, D) is equally valid; the key gives option 2.