The Beats took their name because of their belief that society had beaten them, or triumphed over their spirits.

Name: The Beats took their name because of their belief that society had beaten them, or triumphed over their spirits.
Brand: Quizplus
Rating: 4.9 (62 reviews)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The term "Beat" in Beat Generation was coined by Jack Kerouac and refers to a sense of being "beaten down" but also carries connotations of being "beatific" or spiritually enlightened, not solely about society triumphing over them.

The Beats Took Their Name Because of Their Belief That