15 Questions
In the story, 'After Twenty Years', who was arrested by Jimmy Wells?
Bob
Where did Bob and Jimmy used to eat that closed down five years ago?
Pub
What did Jimmy prioritize over friendship in the story 'After Twenty Years'?
Duty
Who captured Annabel Lee according to the poem?
Seraphs
Where is the sepulcher of Annabel Lee located according to the poem?
Ocean
What is Edgar Allan Poe known for?
Gore and dark stories
Which author is known for his gore, dark, and violent stories?
Edgar Allan Poe
What were the main themes in the story 'After Twenty Years'?
Friendship and love
What did Seita sell in exchange for food and supplies?
His mother's kimonos
What was the reason why American and Filipino soldiers surrendered to the Japanese soldiers?
Being outnumbered
When did the attack on Pearl Harbor occur?
December 08, 1941
What is a key focus of American literature?
Politics, economics, and social status
'Success is Counted Sweetest' is an example of poetry by which author?
Emily Dickinson
During the 1600s, what type of literature did American literature primarily consist of?
Practical nonfiction written by British settlers
What did literary modernism allow writers to do?
Express themselves in more experimental ways than in the past
Study Notes
"After Twenty Years" by O. Henry
- Jimmy Wells arrested Bob, his old friend, after twenty years.
- Bob and Jimmy used to eat at a place that closed down five years ago.
- Jimmy prioritized his duty as a police officer over their friendship.
"Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe
- The narrator did not capture Annabel Lee; she was a loved one who died.
- The sepulcher of Annabel Lee is located in a kingdom by the sea.
Edgar Allan Poe and American Literature
- Edgar Allan Poe is known for his dark and violent stories.
- American literature is known for its focus on the human experience, including themes of identity, morality, and the American Dream.
World War II and Other Historical Events
- Seita, a character from a Japanese film, sold his belongings in exchange for food and supplies.
- American and Filipino soldiers surrendered to Japanese soldiers during the Battle of Bataan in World War II.
- The attack on Pearl Harbor occurred on December 7, 1941.
Poetry and Literary Movements
- "Success is Counted Sweetest" is an example of poetry by Emily Dickinson.
- During the 1600s, American literature primarily consisted of Puritan literature, which focused on themes of morality and spirituality.
- Literary modernism allowed writers to experiment with new forms and styles, breaking away from traditional literary conventions.
Prepare for the final examination with this review quiz covering themes and characters from 21st century literature, including analysis of poems such as 'Annabel Lee'. Test your understanding of the key concepts and literary devices from the course.
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