U6 Contemporary Literature Review

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Cleavage

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The process of splitting or dividing something into parts.

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Modernist Literature

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A literary movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by a break from traditional forms and a focus on new perspectives and themes.

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Consequences of Greed in Literature

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Themes that explore the moral and social implications of greed, often showing how they have evolved over time.

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Language Variety

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Different forms of language used by speakers, which can include dialects, accents, and variations in grammar and vocabulary.

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Second-Person Point of View

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A narrative perspective that addresses the reader directly using 'you', making them a character in the story.

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Propaganda

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A technique used in advertisements and media to persuade audiences to adopt a particular viewpoint or belief.

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Modernist Themes

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Common themes in modernist literature include alienation, fragmentation, and the questioning of traditional values.

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Cultural Identity in Literature

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The representation of a character's cultural background and how it shapes their experiences and perspectives.

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Narrative Techniques

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Methods used by authors to tell a story, including point of view, structure, and style.

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Character Development

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The process by which a character is introduced, advanced, and possibly transformed in a story.