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Which of these movements was Jack Kerouac a progenitor of?

  • Communism

  • Erasure Art

  • Hippie Movement

  • Minimalism

Answer

The Hippie Movement, with its emphasis on non-conformity, artistic expression, and communal living, traces its origins to Jack Kerouac, a seminal figure in American literature. Kerouac's writings, particularly his novel "On the Road," embodied the free-spirited ethos and countercultural values that defined the movement, inspiring a generation of young people to embrace alternative lifestyles and challenge societal norms.
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