Which of the following are true of Raymond Williams's Culture and Society?

1. A. It critiques the idea of high culture.
2. B. It overlooks the idea of high culture.
3. C. It defines culture as a whole way of life.
4. D. It equates culture with science.

1. AA and B only
2. BA and C only
3. CB and D only
4. DA and D only

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Correct answer: B. A and C only

Explanation

Culture and Society (1958) traces the 'culture and society' tradition from Burke to Orwell, questioning its elitism and defining culture as 'a whole way of life'.