Question

What is a characteristic of realism?
social equality and justice
an honest depiction of life
a subjective view of the world
an ideal description of life

Answer 1

An honest depiction of life is one of the main characteristics of realism.
The goal is to present life as it is - realistic, without embellishment and trying to show a romantic side of it. No, here you tend to show the real side of life, as honestly as you can.

Answer 2

The correct answer is An honest depiction of life.

Realism refers to a movement that revolves around the depiction of reality. It aims to represent life truthfully, without artificiality, conventions, and supernatural elements. It shows the contemporary life and society as to how it exists.