Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas Chapters 6+

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What does it mean to write an autobiography from another person's perspective?

To offer an opinion on how another person has impacted your life
To write about someone else's life as if it were your own life. (correct)
To use an event in another person's life to exemplify a biographical event in your own life.
To write about a different individual than a famous person.
To write about yourself but use a different name.

What is the concept of 'stream of consciousness' in writing?

A writing style focused on capturing the flow of thoughts and emotions without traditional structure or logic.

Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas were only interested in artistic movements and were not politically aware of their time.

False (B)

What is 'Realness' in the context of Ballroom culture?

Realness, in the context of Ballroom culture, refers to convincing authenticity. It encompasses the ability to embody and showcase a specific persona with conviction and believability. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main themes explored in 'Straight Line Crazy' by David Hare?

One of the main themes explored in 'Straight Line Crazy' is the tension between progress and ethical accountability, specifically examining whether the pursuit of ambitious projects for the greater good can justify the potential harm or displacement inflicted on communities. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of 'The Other West Side Story' article, why does the author say that modern-day gang violence is ‘a phenomenon that has a history’?

The author of 'The Other West Side Story' asserts that modern gang violence is a phenomenon with a history because it stems from a more deeply rooted and persistent social and economic reality—which includes systemic issues such as poverty, racism, and lack of opportunity— contributing to its recurrence. Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the key characteristics of 'Film Noir,' as a genre?

Some key characteristics of 'Film Noir' include its use of a shadowy, cynical, and often pessimistic tone, typically featuring morally ambiguous characters in urban settings. The genre also emphasizes themes of alienation, loneliness, and corruption. Signup and view all the answers

The ______ City is an exemplary film of the Film Noir genre.

Naked Signup and view all the answers

In 'The Naked City,' the filmmakers use black and white cinematography to highlight the darkness and moral decay of the city and its inhabitants.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What social and political factors influenced the genesis of 'Film Noir', as a genre?

Film Noir emerged in the 1940s and 50s, reflecting a period of heightened societal anxieties following World War II. The genre's pessimistic tone and emphasis on moral corruption were often attributed to the disillusionment and cynicism that arose in the wake of wartime and the Cold War. Film Noir also mirrored the anxieties associated with the rising influence of capitalism and the growing divide between wealth and poverty during this period. Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme of 'Paris is Burning,' as a documentary film?

The history of Ballroom culture throughout the 1980s and its evolution into a mainstream cultural phenomenon. (A), The social and political issues faced by black and Latinos in Harlem with a focus on systemic inequality. (B), The impact of Ballroom culture on the lives of black and Latinos in Harlem - particularly those marginalized within the LGBTQ+ community. (C), The dangers and challenges of living in Harlem as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the drawbacks of representing a story from an outside perspective?

'Bell Hooks, in her critique on 'Paris is Burning,' highlights a key drawback of an outsider perspective-which she describes as 'ritual into spectacle.' This perspective reduces the complexities of the culture being represented to a series of entertaining performances for viewers, often neglecting the deeper meaning and significance of the practices and traditions being portrayed. Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas (1933)

An autobiography written from another person's perspective, particularly notable for its portrayal of Gertrude Stein's life and bohemian culture in Paris.

Gertrude Stein

A prominent American writer who lived in Paris, known for her avant-garde style and modernist perspectives.

Bohemian Culture

A lifestyle characterized by artistic freedom, unconventional social norms and a rejection of established rules.

American Identity in Paris

The portrayal of how Americans interacted and viewed themselves in the foreign context of Paris, particularly during WWI.