All Flashcards
What does darkness often symbolize?
Evil, death, the unknown, or despair.
What does light often symbolize?
Hope, knowledge, goodness, or rebirth.
What might a storm symbolize?
Conflict, turmoil, or a turning point.
What does blood often symbolize?
Violence, sacrifice, or kinship.
What does water often symbolize?
Purification, rebirth, or the unconscious.
What do flowers often symbolize?
Beauty, fragility, or the cycle of life.
What do birds often symbolize?
Freedom, spirituality, or messengers.
What does a crown often symbolize?
Power, authority, or royalty.
What does a mask often symbolize?
Concealment, deception, or a false identity.
What does a journey often symbolize?
Personal growth, self-discovery, or a quest for meaning.
What are the characteristics of Romanticism?
Emphasis on emotion, individualism, and nature; rejection of reason and classical forms.
What are the characteristics of Realism?
Focus on portraying everyday life accurately; depicting ordinary people and social issues.
What are the characteristics of Modernism?
Experimentation with form and style; exploration of alienation, fragmentation, and disillusionment.
What are the characteristics of Postmodernism?
Self-awareness, irony, and rejection of grand narratives; blurring of boundaries between high and low culture.
What are the characteristics of the Renaissance?
Renewed interest in classical art and literature; emphasis on humanism and intellectual exploration.
What are the characteristics of the Enlightenment?
Emphasis on reason, logic, and scientific inquiry; belief in progress and individual rights.
What are the characteristics of Transcendentalism?
Belief in the inherent goodness of people and nature; emphasis on intuition and self-reliance.
What are the characteristics of Naturalism?
Depiction of characters as products of their environment; emphasis on determinism and the harsh realities of life.
What are the characteristics of Gothic literature?
Emphasis on the supernatural, the macabre, and the psychological; often set in dark and mysterious locations.
What are the characteristics of Harlem Renaissance?
Celebration of African American culture and identity; exploration of themes of race, identity, and social justice.
What are the key features of a sonnet?
14 lines, specific rhyme scheme, often expresses love or philosophical ideas.
What are the key features of a tragedy?
Protagonist's downfall, often due to a tragic flaw; evokes pity and fear in the audience.
What are the key features of a comedy?
Humorous events and characters; often ends with a happy resolution.
What are the key features of a novel?
Extended fictional narrative; allows for complex character development and plot.
What are the key features of a short story?
Brief fictional narrative; focuses on a single event or character.
What are the key features of a ballad?
Narrative poem, often set to music; tells a story of love, adventure, or tragedy.
What are the key features of an epic poem?
Long narrative poem; celebrates heroic deeds and cultural values.
What are the key features of a dramatic monologue?
A single character speaks to a silent audience, revealing their thoughts and feelings.
What are the key features of a satire?
Uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to critique societal flaws.
What are the key features of a pastoral?
Idealizes rural life and nature; often depicts shepherds and idyllic landscapes.