Alexander Pope's 'An Essay on Criticism'
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What does the term 'Hight' mean in the context provided?

  • An edifice; a building
  • A fortified wall
  • A simpleton in plays
  • An archaic word for 'was called' (correct)

    • What was the profession of André, mentioned in the text?

  • Hero in Dryden's Tyrannic Love
  • Court musician
  • Dancing-master (correct)
  • Character in The Siege of Rhodes

    • Which character is associated with buskin, according to the text?

  • John Fletcher (correct)
  • Simkin
  • John Singleton
  • Maximin

    • What is the significance of 'Pile' as per Johnson's definition?

    <p>An archaic word meaning 'an edifice; a building'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who attacked Thomas Dekker in The Poetaster, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Ben Jonson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which playwright was famous for his comedies where 'socks' were worn?

    <p>Ben Jonson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of the text Mac Flecknoe?

    <p>The reign of a king of Nonsense looking for a successor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Mac Flecknoe, what does 'Monarchs must obey' suggest?

    <p>Monarchs are subject to fate and mortality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the line 'In Prose and Verse, was own'd, without dispute' in Mac Flecknoe?

    <p>Flecknoe's dominance in the realms of Nonsense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led Flecknoe to consider settling the succession of the state in Mac Flecknoe?

    <p>Being worn out with business and desiring peace.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What made Flecknoe decide that Sh—— should be his successor in Mac Flecknoe?

    <p>Sh——'s resemblance to Flecknoe in dullness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is implied by the phrase 'the rest to some faint meaning make pretence' in Mac Flecknoe?

    <p>Others pretend to be intelligent but fail.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was placed in the King's sinister hand instead of a Ball?

    <p>A mug of potent ale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Poppies being spread over the King's Temples?

    <p>Symbol of consecration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the King predict about his son's reign?

    <p>From Ireland to Barbados</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the King wish for his son's Dominion?

    <p>To have an unknown end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the King advise his son to learn?

    <p>Impudence and Ignorance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the implied contrast between the King's wisdom and the common approach of others?

    <p>To avoid fruitless industry and pangs without birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the text, who is mentioned as an example of a character charming the Pit?

    <p>Fopling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the author's view of 'Sir Formal's oratory'?

    <p>It is lauded for its eloquence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character is singled out in the text for being different and not following the author's preferred style?

    <p>S—dl—y</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of writing style does the author encourage in the passage?

    <p>Authentic and natural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is mentioned in the text as a negative example when it comes to plays dwindling to farces?

    <p>Johnson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character is described as being unsought but filling Northern Dedications?

    <p>'Sir Formal'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker imply about the writing style of Thomas Shadwell?

    <p>It is characterized by a lack of originality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the speaker describe the effect of the 'Venom' in Thomas Shadwell's writing?

    <p>It only influences a specific part of Shadwell's compositions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker suggest about Thomas Shadwell's talent in comparison to his own?

    <p>Shadwell's talent is bulky but lacking in wit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what is the primary criticism directed at Thomas Shadwell's writing style?

    <p>Repetitive nature and one-sidedness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what manner does the speaker suggest Thomas Shadwell should pursue recognition in his writing?

    <p>By engaging in peaceful and less aggressive forms of poetry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker imply about Thomas Shadwell's comedic writing style?

    <p>It is overshadowed by his tragic works.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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