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In the story, 'After Twenty Years', who was arrested by Jimmy Wells?
In the story, 'After Twenty Years', who was arrested by Jimmy Wells?
Where did Bob and Jimmy used to eat that closed down five years ago?
Where did Bob and Jimmy used to eat that closed down five years ago?
What did Jimmy prioritize over friendship in the story 'After Twenty Years'?
What did Jimmy prioritize over friendship in the story 'After Twenty Years'?
Who captured Annabel Lee according to the poem?
Who captured Annabel Lee according to the poem?
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Where is the sepulcher of Annabel Lee located according to the poem?
Where is the sepulcher of Annabel Lee located according to the poem?
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What is Edgar Allan Poe known for?
What is Edgar Allan Poe known for?
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Which author is known for his gore, dark, and violent stories?
Which author is known for his gore, dark, and violent stories?
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What were the main themes in the story 'After Twenty Years'?
What were the main themes in the story 'After Twenty Years'?
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What did Seita sell in exchange for food and supplies?
What did Seita sell in exchange for food and supplies?
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What was the reason why American and Filipino soldiers surrendered to the Japanese soldiers?
What was the reason why American and Filipino soldiers surrendered to the Japanese soldiers?
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When did the attack on Pearl Harbor occur?
When did the attack on Pearl Harbor occur?
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What is a key focus of American literature?
What is a key focus of American literature?
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'Success is Counted Sweetest' is an example of poetry by which author?
'Success is Counted Sweetest' is an example of poetry by which author?
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During the 1600s, what type of literature did American literature primarily consist of?
During the 1600s, what type of literature did American literature primarily consist of?
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What did literary modernism allow writers to do?
What did literary modernism allow writers to do?
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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.
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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.
