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What characterized the Anglo-Saxon lifestyle before the arrival of Christianity?

  • Highly centralized government with Roman villas
  • Emphasis on trade and interaction with outside cultures
  • Rejection of agricultural achievements and military focus (correct)
  • Strong communal living with complex social structures

    • Which of the following kingdoms was NOT part of the Heptarchy?

  • Wessex
  • Northumbria
  • Mercia
  • Saxonia (correct)

    • What became a key function of monasteries after the Christianization of Anglo-Saxon England?

  • Developing military strategies
  • Establishing a centralized government
  • Producing secular literature for public entertainment
  • Acting as centers for cultural knowledge and education (correct)

    • What is the significance of 'Wyrd' in Anglo-Saxon culture?

    <p>It is a belief in fate and doom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of literature did Caedmon primarily produce?

    <p>Religious poetry and hymns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major cultural shift occurred following the arrival of Christianity in Anglo-Saxon England?

    <p>The documentation of pagan stories in written form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following poems is NOT classified as an elegy in Anglo-Saxon literature?

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

    What common theme is found in both pagan and Christian Anglo-Saxon literature?

    <p>Fatalism and the inevitability of fate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of poetry details battles such as the Battle of Maldon?

    <p>Battle poetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about Anglo-Saxon societies is false?

    <p>All tribes lived in constant warfare with each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant cultural change began in the middle of the 14th century in England?

    <p>Decline of the French influence in the aristocracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which genre of literature is associated with the didactic themes directed towards the upper classes in Early Medieval literature?

    <p>Metrical romances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Geoffrey Chaucer popularize in Middle English literature?

    <p>Rhyme Royal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event marked the beginning of a new political landscape in Britain after 1066?

    <p>Battle of Hastings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the genre known as 'Breton Lay'?

    <p>Focus on magic and love</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which author is known for his critical prose and the use of all three literary languages of the time?

    <p>John Gower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major societal change contributed to the rise of middle classes during the Late Middle English period?

    <p>Growth of trade and guilds in cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary figure initiated the first translation of the Bible into English?

    <p>John Wycliff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of the 100 Years' War for England?

    <p>Rise of a new aristocracy in England</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influence characterized William Langland's 'The Vision Concerning Piers Plowman'?

    <p>Didactic criticism of societal corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theory suggests that people are born good due to divine creation?

    <p>Moral sense theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which poet is known for exploring themes of mortality and melancholy?

    <p>Thomas Gray</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the 'noble savage' in 18th-century literature?

    <p>Symbolizes rough, ordinary, uneducated people living in their natural state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which collection compiled ballads and songs from ancient English folklore?

    <p>Relics of Ancient English Poetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the writing process according to the emerging literary ideals of the time?

    <p>Imitation and gradual learning from old masters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which poet claimed to have collected ancient oral poetry attributed to Ossian?

    <p>James Macpherson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of nature is primarily emphasized in the poetry of James Thompson?

    <p>Nature as an ethical and moral force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary movement is characterized by a focus on everyday life and the natural state of individuals?

    <p>Pre-Romanticism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason for the late emergence of the English novel?

    <p>The rise of the middle class with better literacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which author is known for writing the first concise dictionary of the English language?

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

    What literary style does Henry Fielding's Shamela represent?

    <p>Satirical novel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of novel is Robinson Crusoe considered to be?

    <p>Realistic autobiography</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sentimentalism in literature emphasize?

    <p>The intrinsic goodness of people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which work is NOT associated with Samuel Richardson?

    <p><em>Joseph Andrews</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the novel differ from other literary genres, according to the provided content?

    <p>It pretends to be non-fiction more than any other genre.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the main focus of Gothic novels?

    <p>Emphasis on emotion and mysticism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does the character of Robinson in Robinson Crusoe represent?

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    What role did an efficient print industry play in the rise of the English novel?

    <p>It allowed for broader distribution and readership.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the term 'royal slave' as mentioned in the context?

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    Which genre does not combine in the work related to Oronooko?

    <p>Science fiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signifies the primary focus of Defoe's 'Robinson Crusoe'?

    <p>Themes of immigration and a new beginning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Swift's 'Gulliver's Travels,' what is indicated by Gulliver's return in 1714?

    <p>Swift's exile and the political changes under the Tories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What central theme does Alexander Pope address in 'Essay on Man'?

    <p>The balance of good and evil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable characteristic of Samuel Richardson's writing style in 'Clarissa'?

    <p>Flowery language primarily used by the male protagonist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of 18th-century literature, how is Clarissa Harlowe's independence portrayed?

    <p>As a significant obstacle due to societal norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Bildungsroman' imply in the discussed literature?

    <p>Character development through personal growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding Behn's writing compared to Defoe's?

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    What concept does 'hope springs eternal' imply as noted by Alexander Pope?

    <p>Enduring optimism despite challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of Classicism during the Restoration?

    <p>Fascination with ancient ideals of Greece and Rome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which political faction was primarily associated with the middle working class during the Restoration?

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

    What significant literary movement emerged as a response to 18th-century Enlightenment ideals?

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

    What was the significance of John Locke's concept of 'tabula rasa'?

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    Which of the following works was authored by Alexander Pope?

    <p>An Essay on Criticism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the rise of journalism in the 18th century?

    <p>Publication of periodicals targeting bourgeoisie audiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of satire employs light humor to both entertain and educate?

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

    What did Dr. Samuel Johnson's 'A Dictionary of the English Language' aim to achieve?

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    What did Enlightenment thinkers believe about societal progress?

    <p>It relied on education and reason to solve problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which publication is associated with Joseph Addison and Richard Steele?

    <p>The Spectator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which way did the economy change during Charles II’s Restoration?

    <p>Trade became the main economic engine empowering the bourgeoisie.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What genre did Classicist literature commonly imitate?

    <p>Ancient genres like epic and satire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of satire during the Enlightenment period?

    <p>To critique societal norms and vices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the view of science during the Enlightenment?

    <p>It was considered essential for the progress of humanity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these authors is generally aligned with Tory beliefs?

    <p>Jonathan Swift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which author is known for creating the heroic epic 'Paradise Lost'?

    <p>John Milton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What genre is 'Pilgrim's Progress' considered to be?

    <p>An allegory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary figure primarily represents the Puritan style in literature?

    <p>John Bunyan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major event led to the restoration of Charles II to the throne in 1660?

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

    Which poet is associated with the Cavalier poets who idealized Renaissance themes?

    <p>Robert Herrick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the restoration period in England?

    <p>A parliamentary monarchy with limited royal power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of metaphysical poetry?

    <p>Human physicality and spiritual higher spheres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which author introduced sonnets to England?

    <p>Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drama emerged from Medieval tropes and guild performances?

    <p>Mystery and morality plays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what manner did the Church seek to educate the uneducated populace during medieval times?

    <p>By using stained glass and visual storytelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which poet is recognized as the Dean of St. Paul's Cathedral and known for his love poetry?

    <p>John Donne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant cultural movement is noted during the 16th century in England?

    <p>The Renaissance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the major consequence of the 1210 decree by Pope Innocent III?

    <p>Clergy were banned from performing in public.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following plays uses allegorical names for places encountered by the protagonist?

    <p>Pilgrim's Progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key contributions of Caedmon to Old English literature?

    <p>He wrote Caedmon's Hymn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical event is associated with the beginning of the Anglo-Norman literature?

    <p>The Battle of Hastings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did King Alfred contribute to the preservation of English culture?

    <p>He started the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the trilingual system in England after the Norman Conquest?

    <p>French was used in education and politics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of heroic epic poetry from Old English literature?

    <p>The Battle of Maldon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of narrative is Layamon's Historia Brutonum known for?

    <p>A chronicle celebrating King Arthur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which manuscript is NOT known to contain Old English literature?

    <p>The Iliad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change did Viking raids bring to Northumbria in the late 8th century?

    <p>The cultural decline in the region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of literature emerged from the Christian monks' writings after the arrival of Christianity to Britain?

    <p>Christian literary texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common theme in metrical romances during the early Middle Ages?

    <p>Knighthood and chivalry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characters is associated with Geoffrey Chaucer's work?

    <p>Robin Hood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Danelaw' refer to in the historical context of England?

    <p>The area of England under Viking control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the literary output during the Anglo-Saxon period?

    <p>Heavily influenced by oral traditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of an exemplum in medieval literature?

    <p>To illustrate a moral lesson.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature is commonly found in Anglo-Norman literature post-1066?

    <p>The use of rhyme and metrical verse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of morality plays from the 15th and 16th centuries?

    <p>They feature abstract qualities as characters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one significant result of censorship in Elizabethan theatre?

    <p>It led to the creation of the Master of Revels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which actor company is associated with Shakespeare?

    <p>Lord Chamberlain's Men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of play ridicules human faults and is secular in nature?

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

    How did the construction of The Globe theatre enhance the theatrical experience?

    <p>By imitating popular bear fighting arenas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which playwright is credited with introducing themes of blood and violence in tragedy?

    <p>Thomas Kyd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Elizabethan view of gender roles was largely defined by which of the following binary oppositions?

    <p>Reason/Passion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emerging theme in literature during the Renaissance often reflected on the issue of royal authority?

    <p>Political obedience and resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theatre was the first permanent theatre built in London?

    <p>The Theatre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What topic did Elizabethan theatre often avoid due to censorship?

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

    Which of the following best describes the performance style in the early Elizabethan theatres?

    <p>Reliance on men's performances for all roles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the Renaissance, how was female sexuality commonly viewed?

    <p>Associated purely with marriage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Royal/Aristocratic patronage in the theatrical context?

    <p>To ensure financial support and content control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significant shift in drama during the 16th century due to the Reformation?

    <p>The banning of religious plays.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary focuses of Renaissance art compared to Medieval art?

    <p>Realistic representation of human anatomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which poet is credited as the father of the sonnet?

    <p>Francesco Petrarch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant movement did Martin Luther initiate during the Reformation?

    <p>Direct access to God for individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The English Shakespearean sonnet consists of how many lines?

    <p>14</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding King James I's contribution to literature?

    <p>He sponsored the translation of the Bible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characterizes the literary style of the Cavalier poets?

    <p>Expressions of hedonistic court life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which major conflict was a result of Charles I's belief in absolute monarchy?

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

    What was the main theme of John Donne's poetry?

    <p>Love and metaphysical issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the Metaphysical poetry style?

    <p>Emphasis on logical questions about human existence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'Spenserian Stanza' consists of how many lines?

    <p>9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary movement primarily signifies the departure from Renaissance ideals?

    <p>Metaphysical poetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which work is considered a seminal prose piece illustrating the humanistic ideals of the Renaissance?

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

    Which theme dominated literature during the early 17th century under Charles I's reign?

    <p>Pessimism and decay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common characteristic of early 17th-century prose, particularly by writers like Francis Bacon?

    <p>Promotion of empirical research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event is associated with Thomas Malory's 'Le Morte de Arthur'?

    <p>The end of Medieval culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did William Caxton impact the English language?

    <p>By controlling language standardization through printing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following authors is known for a didactic style and Christian themes?

    <p>John Gower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary theme of the Wife of Bath's Tale?

    <p>The desire for female autonomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of Medieval literature does 'harlotrie' refer to?

    <p>Morally offensive writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the experience of the Sublime evoke?

    <p>A pleasurably terrifying experience through strong negative emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which setting is commonly found in Gothic literature?

    <p>A remote, solitary place with medieval or oriental landscapes at night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the Renaissance period's view of humanity?

    <p>Humans can achieve perfection through knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical figure significantly contributed to the popularization of the English language in the 15th century?

    <p>William Caxton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of character is often depicted as the opposite of the Enlightenment gentleman in Gothic novels?

    <p>A passion-driven man who engages in immoral acts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common plot element in Gothic literature?

    <p>Supernatural occurrences and eerie atmospheres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Edward III play during the 14th century in England?

    <p>Produced two rival houses in the War of Roses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily explored through Gothic literature?

    <p>The irrational and perverse impulses hidden in society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of Late Medieval literature?

    <p>Strictly oral traditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which writer is known for The Castle of Otranto, a precursor to Gothic novels?

    <p>Horace Walpole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did John Wycliff contribute to English literature?

    <p>Translating the Bible into English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'fabliau' is best described as:

    <p>A humorous and often bawdy story</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following themes is NOT typical in Gothic novels?

    <p>Cheerful love stories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'rebirth of ancient art and culture' refer to in the context of the Renaissance?

    <p>The revival of Greco-Roman ideals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which genre emerged as a response to Enlightenment ideals?

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

    In what way did women writers contribute to Gothic literature?

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    Which literary genre is associated with both Geoffrey Chaucer and the broader themes of Late Medieval literature?

    <p>Chivalric romance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The cultural context of the 16th century, including the Tudor dynasty, is best associated with which of the following?

    <p>Religious conflict and reform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What writing style features in 18th-century novels?

    <p>Detailed and realistic storytelling with flawed characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a theme associated with Romanticism?

    <p>Emotional expression over rational thought</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a main characteristic of the Gothic novel?

    <p>Optimistic and carefree narratives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the work of Aphra Behn connect fiction to history in her novel Oroonoko?

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    Which author is associated with the work Dracula, notable in Gothic literature?

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    Study Notes

    Old English Literature (600-1066 AD)

    • Anglo-Saxon culture thrived from 5th-6th centuries. Germanic tribes settled in England, becoming the first English culture to produce literature.
    • Initially, England consisted of seven kingdoms (Heptarchy). Angles occupied Northern and Midland regions; Saxons, Southern regions; and Jutes, Kent.
    • Anglo-Saxon society was based on small communities, with loyalty to tribal chiefs, and strong values like revenge and fatalism (Wyrd).
    • Paganism was the common religion; later, Christianity arrived in 597 AD.
    • Early Old English literature consisted of folklore, presented by bards and scopes. After conversion to Christianity, monks in monasteries created written works from pagan stories.
    • Key manuscripts include Junius, Vitellius, Vercelli, Exeter.
    • Secular poetry included charms, proverbs, riddles, heroic epics (Beowulf), battle poetry, and elegies (Wife's Lament, The Wanderer).
    • Northumbria and Mercia were major cultural centers in the 7th and 8th centuries, and Wessex in the 9th century under King Alfred.
    • King Alfred played a crucial role in preserving English culture by translating Latin works and initiating the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle.
    • Wessex absorbed other kingdoms gradually, forming the Kingdom of England.

    Anglo-Norman Literature

    • Norman Conquest (1066): William the Conqueror established a rigid feudal system, with Norman aristocracy holding power.
    • Domesday Book (1086) was the 1st major English economic record.
    • England became part of Normandy, adopting French culture and lifestyle. A trilingual (French, English, Latin) system emerged, with French as the official language of the upper class.
    • Anglo-Norman literature developed with new continental styles, using rhyme and meter instead of alliteration.
    • Genres included metrical romances (cycles based on French chansons de geste plus Ovid or Celtic stories), debates (e.g., Owl and the Nightingale), chronicles in verse (e.g., Layamon's Brut), and metrical stories (e.g., Reynard the Fox, exempla, fabliaux).

    Middle English Literature

    • Hundred Years' War (1338-1453) weakened France's influence, leading to an English language revival.
    • Middle English incorporated numerous French words. This period marked the beginning of a complex socio-linguistic transition.
    • The medieval society evolved with the rise of the middle class in cities and trade guilds alongside the previously mentioned aristocracy, knights, and peasants.
    • Church authority declined, and universities like Oxford and Cambridge gained prominence, influencing the culture's intellectual development.
    • John Wycliffe's translation of the Bible marked an important step.
    • Literature flourished under Richard II, with genres like lyrics (Cuckoo's Song), alliterative dream visions (Piers Plowman) by Langland, and works by Gower and Chaucer.
    • Chaucer popularized the rhyme royal (now known as Chaucerian stanza).
    • Le Morte d'Arthur by Mallory, and printing by Caxton marked the end of Middle English literature and the start of the printing age which was crucial for the language to be stabilized.

    16th-17th Century Poetry and Prose

    • Tudor dynasty ruled from 1485-1603.
    • The Renaissance emphasized human potential and ancient knowledge. New scientific discoveries and explorations were part of the period.
    • The Reformation led to the establishment of the Church of England, which led translations of the bible, helping forge national identity.
    • Petrarch, was heavily inspiring sonnets in England.
    • Spenser wrote The Faerie Queene in a unique structure.
    • Sidney wrote Astrophel and Stella, a collection of sonnets.
    • Bacon focused on new scientific methods.
    • Lyly's Euphues established a specific style of writing that would influence the language.
    • The King James Bible was a pivotal translation.
    • Marlowe brought intense characters and themes in plays like Dr Faustus.

    Origins of Drama

    • Medieval drama emerged from liturgical practices (tropes, liturgical plays).
    • Mystery plays, performed by guilds, retold biblical stories.
    • Miracle plays focused on saints' lives.
    • Morality plays presented abstract characters representing virtues and vices.
    • These forms evolved into public performances on pageants and scaffolds in the city.

    Elizabethan and Jacobean Drama

    • Professional theatre companies arose, gaining royal patronage.
    • Censorship by the Master of Revels and the monarchy kept content under control.
    • The Globe Theatre was a significant venue.
    • Playwrights like Marlowe, Shakespeare, and Jonson dominated the era.
    • Tragic elements of vengeance played a big role, as did tragedies focused on human flaws.

    Classicism and Enlightenment

    • Restoration Era brought constitutional monarchy with a shift in power towards the bourgeoisie.
    • Classicism drew inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman ideals, emphasizing order, symmetry, and reason.
    • Enlightenment emphasized reason, science, and progress.
    • Satirical works emerged as a way to criticize society.
    • Addison and Steele's periodicals like The Tatler and The Spectator were hugely influential.
    • Swift's satirical works and Pope's essays represented the era's complexities.
    • Johnson's dictionary standardized the language.

    The Rise of the English Novel

    • The novel emerged in the 18th century, focusing on detailed, realistic depictions of everyday life.
    • Predecessors included Bunyan, Sidney, and More.
    • Factors like the rise of the middle class, the growth of the printing industry, and changing cultural tastes propelled the genre's development.
    • Genres like diaries, picaresque novels, sentimental novels, and gothic romance emerged.
    • Key figures include Defoe ( Robinson Crusoe), Richardson (Pamela), and Fielding (Tom Jones).
    • Gothic novels introduced elements of horror and the sublime.

    Pre-Romanticism

    • Sentimentalism, emphasizing innate human goodness, emerged, and affected writers like Shaftsbury and Thomson.
    • Graveyard poets like Gray explored themes of mortality.
    • Folklore and medievalism gained popularity.
    • Blake and Burns exemplified the Pre-Romantic turn away from Enlightenment rationalism towards emotion and nature.

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