Which of the following were written by John Dennis?

1. A. The Advancement and Reformation of Modern Poetry
2. B. The Christian Hero
3. C. The Grounds of Criticism in Poetry
4. D. The Conscious Lovers
5. E. An Essay on the Genius and Writings of Shakespear

1. AA, B and C only
2. BA, C and E only
3. CB, C and D only
4. DC, D and E only

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Correct answer: B. A, C and E only

Explanation

Dennis wrote The Advancement and Reformation of Modern Poetry (1701), The Grounds of Criticism in Poetry (1704) and the Shakespeare essay (1712). The Conscious Lovers (1722) is Steele's comedy, and The Christian Hero is Steele's treatise (1701) and also a Lillo play.