Introduction to Literature

1. What does the term "literature" encompass?

• a. Only written forms of expression

• b. Only oral forms of expression

• c. Both oral and written forms of expression

• d. Only visual forms of expression

What is the origin of the word "literature"?

• a. Greek

• b. Latin

• c. French

• d. English

which is NOT the primary significance of literature?

• a. It saves you time

• b. It makes you nicer

• c. It's a cure for loneliness

• d. It makes you a failure

4. What is the meaning of the Latin word "Littera"?

• a. letter

• b. book

• c. word

• d. library

Which feature of literature is described as the deliberate manifestation of our mind's ability to create and imagine?

• Communication

• Art

• Nobility of Thoughts

• Timelessness

Which major form of literature involves a long work of fiction with a complex story, developed characters, plotlines, and themes?

• Poetry
• Short story
• Novel
• Drama

In which genre does literature typically focus on solving a crime or unraveling secrets?

• Mystery
• Fantasy
• Science Fiction
• Romance

What genre explores speculative and futuristic concepts, often involving advanced technology, space exploration, or alternative realities?

• Romance
• Horror
• Science fiction
• Fantasy

Which literary form is a brief work of fiction that typically focuses on a single plot or theme and involves fewer characters?

• Epic poem
• Biography
• Novel
• Short story

What form of literature involves plays, scripts, and other works intended for performance, featuring dialogue and character interactions?

• novel
• poetry
• drama
• comedy