Quiz on Poetry and Literature from North and South America

What is the total area of North America?

• 12,000,000 square miles

• 6,878,000 square miles

• 9,355,000 square miles

• 8,000,000 square miles

Which literary movement describes styles that emerged in the early 20th century in the United States?

• Postmodernism

• Romanticism

• Realism

• Modernism

What is a common theme explored in modern American literature?

• Nature worship

• Historical accuracy

• Utopian ideals

• Alienation

Which of the following is a characteristic of 21st-century American culture?

• Celebration of traditional values

• Emphasis on realism

• Obsession with dystopian scenarios

• Focus on nature

What is the primary focus of the poem '21st Century Haiku Part IV'?

• Nature and its beauty

• Technological advancements and their impact

• Cultural identity

• Historical events

Which continent is referred to as the 'New World'?

• South America

• Europe

• North America

• Asia

What geological feature occupies the western portion of South America?

• The Amazon Basin

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Andes Mountains

• The Great Plains

What literary movement did some South American authors reject during the post-Boom period?

• Magical realism

• Naturalism

• Modernism

• Surrealism

What is a theme that contemporary South American literature has shifted away from?

• Cultural identity

• Social justice

• Historical narratives

• Environmental issues

Who is the author of the poem 'Lifecycles'?

• Hoffman

• Joshua Michael

• Fabián Casas

• JM Romig