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Which century does 19th-century literature refer to?
Which century does 19th-century literature refer to?
- 17th century
- 18th century
- 20th century
- 19th century (correct)
What does the English word 'novel' derive from?
What does the English word 'novel' derive from?
- Italian (correct)
- German
- Spanish
- French
Who is considered the first English novelist?
Who is considered the first English novelist?
- Daniel Defoe (correct)
- Jane Austen
- Charles Dickens
- William Shakespeare
Which of the following is NOT one of the 9 elements of a novel?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 9 elements of a novel?
What is one of the characteristics of 19th-century novels?
What is one of the characteristics of 19th-century novels?
Which language does the English word 'novel' derive from?
Which language does the English word 'novel' derive from?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 9 elements of a novel?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 9 elements of a novel?
Which social class is mainly depicted in 19th-century novels?
Which social class is mainly depicted in 19th-century novels?
Which of the following is NOT a theme commonly found in 19th-century novels?
Which of the following is NOT a theme commonly found in 19th-century novels?
Which century does 19th-century literature refer to?
Which century does 19th-century literature refer to?
Study Notes
19th-Century Literature
- 19th-century literature refers to the literature of the 1800s.
Origins of the Word "Novel"
- The English word "novel" derives from the Latin word "novus," meaning new.
First English Novelist
- Daniel Defoe is considered the first English novelist.
Elements of a Novel
- There are 9 elements of a novel, but "poetry" is NOT one of them.
- There are 9 elements of a novel, but "drama" is NOT one of them.
Characteristics of 19th-Century Novels
- One characteristic of 19th-century novels is that they are often lengthy and detailed.
Social Class in 19th-Century Novels
- The middle class is mainly depicted in 19th-century novels.
Themes in 19th-Century Novels
- "Space exploration" is NOT a theme commonly found in 19th-century novels.
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Test your knowledge of 19th-century literature and the origins of the term "novel" with this quiz. Answer true or false questions and choose the correct answer to showcase your understanding of this literary genre.
