Eng 4 Midterm Review 2

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What is Modernism in literature?

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A literary period marked by a break from traditional forms and the exploration of new narrative techniques.

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What is the function of resolution in a dramatic plot?

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It resolves the conflict and concludes the story.

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What societal shift contributed to the emergence of Renaissance literature?

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The fall of Constantinople.

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What period does the phrase 'To be, or not to be' belong to?

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Early Modern English.

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In 'A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning,' what do the lovers' souls compare to?

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A pair of compasses.

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What is the Victorian Era known for?

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A period characterized by strict social morals and the rise of the novel.

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Define Romanticism in literature.

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A literary movement emphasizing emotion, nature, and individualism, reacting against industrialization.

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What is a key characteristic of Early Modern English?

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It includes works from the late 15th to the early 17th century, featuring significant changes in vocabulary and grammar.

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What is the significance of the Industrial Revolution in literature?

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It influenced themes of progress, technology, and social change in literary works.

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What does the term 'dramatic irony' mean?

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A situation where the audience knows more about the events than the characters, creating tension.