ENGL 110/220 S1 Final Review

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In a dystopian society, what are people typically afraid of?

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People in a dystopian society are often afraid of the outside world.

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What is the term for the attitude of a writer toward the subject or audience?

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Tone is the attitude of a writer, usually implied, toward the subject or audience.

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Which major event had a significant impact on Modernist literature?

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World War I had the biggest effect on the Modernists.

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What is the definition of propaganda?

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Propaganda is the spreading of ideas and information to help or hurt a cause.

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True or false: Dystopian literature often feels familiar to readers despite being set in the future.

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True. Dystopian literature, though usually set in the future, has a certain familiarity for the intended reader.

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What is the difference between mood and tone in literature?

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Mood refers to the emotional atmosphere of a piece, while tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject.

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Define dystopian literature.

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Dystopian literature explores social and political structures in a dark, nightmare world.

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What is the significance of the Industrial Revolution in literature?

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The Industrial Revolution influenced themes of progress, technology, and alienation in literature.

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What is an allusion in literature?

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An allusion is a reference to another work of literature, person, or event.

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What does the term 'voice' refer to in writing?

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Voice refers to the unique style and perspective of the author in their writing.