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What is the definition of 'Literal Reading'?
Understanding text at face value, focusing on plot and characters as presented.
What is the definition of 'Figurative Reading'?
Interpreting text beyond its literal meaning, looking for symbolism and deeper themes.
What is 'Symbolism'?
The use of objects, people, or ideas to represent something else.
Define 'Metaphor'.
A figure of speech comparing two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.
What is 'Imagery'?
Descriptive language that appeals to the five senses.
Define 'Theme'.
A central idea or message in a literary work.
What is 'Diction'?
The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.
What is 'Author's Purpose'?
The reason an author writes, such as to inform, persuade, or entertain.
What is 'Contextual Analysis'?
Examining a text within its historical, cultural, and social background.
What is 'Irony'?
The expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.
What are the characteristics of Existentialism?
Emphasizes individual freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning in a meaningless world.
What are the characteristics of Absurdism?
Focuses on the conflict between humanity's search for meaning and the inherent meaninglessness of the universe.
What are the characteristics of Modernism?
Characterized by a rejection of traditional values, experimentation with form, and a sense of disillusionment.
What are the characteristics of Realism?
Aims to depict life as it is, focusing on everyday experiences and ordinary people.
What are the characteristics of Romanticism?
Emphasizes emotion, imagination, and the individual's connection to nature.
What are the characteristics of Naturalism?
Depicts humans as products of their environment, subject to deterministic forces.
What are the characteristics of Surrealism?
Explores the unconscious mind, dreams, and irrationality.
What are the characteristics of the Beat Generation?
Rejects mainstream American culture, emphasizing spontaneity, nonconformity, and artistic expression.
What are the characteristics of Postmodernism?
Challenges traditional conventions, embraces irony, and questions the existence of objective truth.
What are the characteristics of Gothic Literature?
Features elements of horror, mystery, and the supernatural, often set in dark and decaying environments.
What are the key features of a Novel?
A long narrative, complex characters, and detailed plot development.
What are the key features of a Short Story?
A brief narrative, limited characters, and a focused plot.
What are the key features of a Drama?
A story intended for performance, dialogue-driven, and divided into acts and scenes.
What are the key features of Poetry?
Verse form, use of figurative language, and emphasis on rhythm and sound.
What are the key features of a Sonnet?
A 14-line poem with a specific rhyme scheme and meter.
What are the key features of a Tragedy?
A play with a tragic hero, downfall, and a somber ending.
What are the key features of a Comedy?
A play with humorous elements, light tone, and a happy ending.
What are the key features of a Satire?
Uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to criticize societal issues.
What are the key features of a Memoir?
A personal account of specific events or themes in the author's life.
What are the key features of a Bildungsroman?
A coming-of-age story that focuses on the protagonist's psychological and moral growth.