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What is the genre of crime novels known for?

Crime novels are known for their dark themes and real-life scenarios that keep the readers engaged until the end.

What are two of the most popular crime novel genres in the 20th century?

American Noir crime novels and British Crime novels.

What is the origin of crime fiction?

The origin of crime fiction can be traced back to the mid-19th century, with the publication of Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Murders in the Rue Morgue' in 1841.

Who popularised the detective story with their own works?

<p>Wilkie Collins and Arthur Conan Doyle popularised the detective story with their own works.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the classic structure of a detective story?

<p>The classic 'whodunit' structure that is still used today.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the essay?

<p>The significant characteristics of American Noir crime novels and British Crime novels, and a comparison and contrast between them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When were American Noir crime novels written?

<p>American Noir crime novels were written during the Great Depression and after the World War II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are two famous American Noir novelists?

<p>Dashiell Hammett and Raymond Chandler are two famous American Noir novelists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the style of American Noir crime novels?

<p>American Noir crime novels are famous for their dark and gritty style.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the various subgenres of crime fiction?

<p>Crime fiction has evolved into various subgenres, including American Noir crime novels and British crime novels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are American noir crime novels?

<p>American noir crime novels are a genre of fiction characterized by their dark and gritty tone, morally ambiguous characters, and complex plots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is often credited with creating the American noir crime novel?

<p>Dashiell Hammett is often credited with creating the American noir crime novel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common characteristics of the protagonists in American noir crime novels?

<p>The protagonists in American noir crime novels are often hard-boiled detectives or private investigators who are jaded by their experiences and have a cynical outlook on life. They are also usually loners who operate outside the law and have a code of honor that they abide by.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are American noir crime novels usually set?

<p>American noir crime novels are usually set in urban landscapes such as San Francisco, New York City, and Los Angeles where corruption and violence are rampant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Sam Spade?

<p>Sam Spade is the hard-nosed private detective protagonist in Dashiell Hammett's novel 'The Maltese Falcon'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the writing style of American noir crime novels?

<p>The writing style of American noir crime novels is marked by sparse writing, hard-boiled dialogue, and a fatalistic worldview.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Chandler's novels known for?

<p>Chandler's novels, including 'The Big Sleep' and 'Farewell, My Lovely,' are known for their complex characters and twisting plots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Phillip Marlowe?

<p>Phillip Marlowe is the tough and cynical protagonist in Chandler's novels who investigates cases involving organised crime and corruption in Los Angeles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is notable about Chandler's writing?

<p>Chandler's writing is notable for its vivid descriptions of the city and its seedy characters, as well as its use of witty dialogue and sharp, concise prose.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the worldview of American noir crime novels?

<p>The worldview of American noir crime novels is fatalistic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of crime fiction?

<p>The mid-19th century (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the essay?

<p>The comparison between American Noir crime novels and British crime novels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who popularised the detective story with their own works?

<p>Wilkie Collins and Arthur Conan Doyle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common characteristics of American Noir crime novels?

<p>Dark and gritty (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is often credited with creating the American Noir crime novel?

<p>Dashiell Hammett (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the classic 'whodunit' structure?

<p>A story about a detective who solves a crime (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is notable about Chandler's writing?

<p>His use of similes and metaphors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are British crime novels known for?

<p>Their intricate plots and puzzles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the genre of crime novels known for?

<p>Their dark themes and real-life scenarios (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Sam Spade?

<p>A character from an American Noir crime novel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is often credited with creating the American noir crime novel?

<p>Dashiell Hammett (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive style of American noir crime novels?

<p>Sparse writing, hard-boiled dialogue, and a fatalistic worldview (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of characters are protagonists in American noir crime novels?

<p>Jaded and cynical loners who operate outside the law (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Dashiell Hammett's most famous novel?

<p>The Maltese Falcon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which cities are Hammett's novels set?

<p>San Francisco and New York City (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Chandler's writing notable for?

<p>Vivid descriptions of the city and its seedy characters, as well as its use of witty dialogue and sharp, concise prose (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common characteristics of American noir crime novels?

<p>Complex plots, morally ambiguous characters, and a dark and gritty tone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Phillip Marlowe's occupation in Chandler's novels?

<p>Private investigator (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the worldview of American noir crime novels?

<p>Pessimistic and fatalistic (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the writing style of American noir crime novels?

<p>Sparse and hard-boiled (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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