American Literature and History Quiz
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What is a common characteristic of American literature according to the passage?

  • Absorption of national literary traditions
  • Rejection of old traditions to create something new (correct)
  • Emphasis on ancient folklore
  • Focus on romantic themes

    • What saved serious themes from becoming too sentimental in American literature?

  • Romantic themes
  • Absorption of national literary traditions
  • Satire, sarcasm, and cynicism (correct)
  • Ancient folklore

    • Which century invoked Puritanical morals in American literature?

  • 17th century (correct)
  • 18th century
  • 19th century
  • 20th century

    • Which event is described in 'Gone with the Wind' by Margaret Mitchell?

    <p>The American Civil War</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What shaped American literature according to the passage?

    <p>The history of the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did America extend to by the end of the 19th century?

    <p>Gulf of Mexico, 49th parallel, and the Pacific</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the rise of science and industry bring about in the United States?

    <p>Modifications in people's lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristics of American literature are reflected by pioneer ideals?

    <p>Self-reliance and independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tendency did American literature always have according to the passage?

    <p>A strong tendency to break with literary tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was America before it became the United States?

    <p>A group of colonies scattered along the eastern seaboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

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