Romantic Period

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What are the main characteristics of the Romantic period?

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Key characteristics include a return to nature, appreciation of the individual, emphasis on imagination over reason, and a turning against industrialization.

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Which concept did William Blake frequently explore in his works?

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Innocence and experience.

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What sensory appeal is highlighted in the imagery of 'the wind howled as it blew through the cracks in the old pane glass windows'?

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Sound.

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What was emphasized over 'reason' during the Romantic period?

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Imagination.

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Where did Wordsworth live and die?

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The Lake District.

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What movement is characterized by a focus on emotion and individualism?

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The Romantic movement.

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Name a prominent poet of the Romantic period.

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William Wordsworth.

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What is the significance of nature in Romantic literature?

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Nature is often seen as a source of inspiration, beauty, and a reflection of the human spirit.

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How did the Romantic period respond to industrialization?

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It often turned against industrialization, valuing nature and the individual over mechanization.

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What role does imagination play in Romantic literature?

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Imagination is seen as a powerful force that transcends reason and connects individuals to deeper truths.