Anne Bradstreet: “The Author to Her Book” Quiz

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What is the genre of 'The Iroquois creation myth'?

Contemporary drama from Asian folklore

Traditional folklore from Native American culture (correct)

Modern fiction from African heritage

Ancient poetry from European tradition

How many main parts does the structure of 'The Iroquois creation myth' have?

6 main parts

5 main parts

3 main parts

4 main parts (correct)

What did the good mind create in the 3rd part of 'The Iroquois creation myth'?

Cities, technology, civilizations, and languages

Forests, lakes, valleys, and insects

Mountains, deserts, oceans, and birds

Sun, moon, stars, rivers, animals, and humans (correct)

What happened to the bad mind after being defeated by the good mind in 'The Iroquois creation myth'?

Becomes the Evil Spirit with power over the souls of humankind after death Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of Anne Bradstreet's poetry?

The portrayal of love as a proof of piety, transcending physical and material boundaries Signup and view all the answers

Which literary devices are used in Anne Bradstreet's poetry?

Anaphora, comparison, and apostrophe Signup and view all the answers

What is the historical context of Anne Bradstreet's poetry?

Colonial period with Bradstreet being a Puritan who believed in predestination Signup and view all the answers

How does Anne Bradstreet describe her relationship with her husband?

As superior to others, almost one entity, and surpassing all others Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of Mary Rowlandson's narrative?

The experience of being a captive of Native Americans during King Philip’s War Signup and view all the answers

What literary devices are used in Mary Rowlandson's narrative?

Allegory, irony, and satire Signup and view all the answers

What is the tone of Anne Bradstreet's poetry?

Tender, affectionate, sincere, reverent, and pious Signup and view all the answers

What style does Anne Bradstreet use in her poetry?

Plain style, concrete descriptions, and straightforward sentences with simple syntax Signup and view all the answers

What is the historical context of Mary Rowlandson's narrative?

Colonial period with Bradstreet being a Puritan who believed in predestination Signup and view all the answers

What literary devices are used to convey the themes of good versus evil and creation in the narrative?

Symbolism, personification, imagery, and allusion Signup and view all the answers

Who is the narrator of the text?

John Smith himself Signup and view all the answers

What is the tone of the narrative?

Reflective and philosophical Signup and view all the answers

Which literary work serves as a source for the language used in the narrative?

John Smith's 'The General History of Virginia, New England and the Summer Isles' Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the narrative?

The capture of John Smith by Native Americans in Virginia and his interactions with their leaders during early English colonization Signup and view all the answers

What are some characters mentioned in the narrative?

George Cassen, the King of Pamaunkee, Robinson, Emry, Powhatan, the Queen of Appamatuck, and Pocahontas Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting of the story?

The Great Island believed to be North America with no specific time period Signup and view all the answers

What are some key mythological characters mentioned in the narrative?

A pregnant woman descending from the upper world and a great monster Signup and view all the answers

How is the language used in the narrative described?

Archaic and formal Signup and view all the answers

What literary style is employed in the narrative?

Ornate and formal Signup and view all the answers

Which literary devices are used in the second part of the passage to highlight the intensity of the attack and the vulnerability of the settlers?

Hyperbole, simile, comparison, religious allusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the third part of the passage?

The resilience and endurance of the human spirit in the face of extreme suffering and adversity Signup and view all the answers

Who are the characters in the story?

Mary Rowlandson, elder sister, children, dogs Signup and view all the answers

When and where did the attack take place?

10th of February 1675 in Lancaster, Massachusetts during King Phillip’s War Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage primarily reflect on?

The devastating consequences of the brutal attack on English settlers Signup and view all the answers

Which literary devices are used in the text to emphasize the brutality and violence of the attack?

Repetition, hyperbole, religious allusions Signup and view all the answers

What is one main theme portrayed in the second part?

Brutal attack on Mary Rowlandson's house by Native Americans Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device is NOT used in the text?

Foreshadowing Signup and view all the answers

What is one main theme portrayed in the third part?

Physical and emotional pain endured during captivity by Native Americans Signup and view all the answers

Which literary devices are used in both parts to emphasize brutality and violence?

Hyperbole, religious allusions Signup and view all the answers

What is one main theme portrayed in both parts?

Resilience and endurance of human spirit Signup and view all the answers

What literary devices does Anne Bradstreet use in 'The Author to Her Book'?

Metaphors, personification, irony, metonymy, litote Signup and view all the answers

In 'The Author to Her Book,' what does Anne Bradstreet compare the process of editing her book to?

Washing the face of a child Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of 'The Author to Her Book'?

The inadequacies Bradstreet experiences as a writer Signup and view all the answers

Who or what does the 'book' represent in 'The Author to Her Book'?

Bradstreet’s collection of poems Signup and view all the answers

'To My Dear and Loving Husband' primarily expresses:

The love between Anne Bradstreet and her husband Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference in themes between 'The Author to Her Book' and 'To My Dear and Loving Husband'?

Inadequacies as a writer vs. Deep love for husband Signup and view all the answers

What does Anne Bradstreet compare her book to in 'The Author to Her Book'?

A child she has given birth to Signup and view all the answers

How does Anne Bradstreet feel about the publication of her book in 'The Author to Her Book'?

Embarrassed and anxious about its reception by others Signup and view all the answers

What does Anne Bradstreet emphasize about her book in 'The Author to Her Book'?

Its imperfect nature and plain appearance Signup and view all the answers

'To My Dear and Loving Husband' showcases Anne Bradstreet's belief in:

The superiority of their love compared to others' Signup and view all the answers

'The Author to Her Book' portrays Anne Bradstreet as:

'A critical editor' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anne Bradstreet's "The Author to Her Book" and "To My Dear and Loving Husband" Analysis

"The Author to Her Book" is a metaphysical poem where Anne Bradstreet uses an extended metaphor, comparing her book of poems to a child she has given birth to.
The poem is divided into three parts. In Part I, Bradstreet acknowledges the imperfections of her book of poems, which she refers to as an "ill-form'd offspring" created through her mind.
She reveals that her book was taken away and published by her friends, leaving it open to judgment from others.
Bradstreet feels embarrassed by the publication of the book, calling it a "rambling brat" and emphasizing its imperfect nature.
In Part II, she compares the process of editing the book to washing the face of a child, attempting to correct its imperfections but finding more defects.
Bradstreet highlights the plain appearance of her book and her limitations in creating a higher-quality material, suggesting a desire for a more refined publication.
She expresses vulnerability and anxiety about how her work will be received by critics.
In Part III, despite her concerns and flaws, Bradstreet still feels affection for her book and decides to send it out into the world.
The book is described as being created without a father, solely the result of her own imagination and effort.
The main characters are Anne Bradstreet, who takes the role of a protective mother, and the book, representing Bradstreet’s collection of poems, portrayed as a child with imperfections.
The main theme of the poem is the inadequacies Bradstreet experiences as a writer, influenced by the Colonial period and her Puritan beliefs.
Bradstreet uses literary devices such as metaphors, personification, irony, metonymy, litote, and an extended metaphor to convey her complex relationship with her work in a plain style with everyday vocabulary.
"To My Dear and Loving Husband" is a lyrical poem expressing the love between Anne Bradstreet and her husband, revealing their deep union and the superiority of their love compared to others.

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Test your knowledge of Anne Bradstreet's 'The Author to Her Book' with this quiz. Explore the metaphysical poetry genre and the use of conceit/extended metaphor to compare her book of poems to a child she has given birth to.