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Which of the following features is NOT characteristic of Realist and Naturalist novels?
Which of the following features is NOT characteristic of Realist and Naturalist novels?
- Meticulous descriptions of settings.
- Detailed character portrayal.
- Omniscient narration.
- Fantastic or imaginary elements. (correct)
What is a key theme explored in "La Regenta" by Leopoldo Alas "ClarÃn"?
What is a key theme explored in "La Regenta" by Leopoldo Alas "ClarÃn"?
- The importance of social reform in a corrupt society.
- The struggle between personal desires and societal expectations. (correct)
- The impact of technology on everyday life.
- The power of love to overcome adversity.
What distinguishes the dialogue used in Realist and Naturalist novels?
What distinguishes the dialogue used in Realist and Naturalist novels?
- It corresponds to the characters' social status and reflects their real-life speech patterns. (correct)
- It is always formal and elevated, reflecting the sophistication of the characters.
- It is always poetic and lyrical, reflecting the beauty of language.
- It is often fantastical and imaginative, reflecting the characters' inner thoughts.
How does the narrator in Realist and Naturalist novels contribute to the overall effect?
How does the narrator in Realist and Naturalist novels contribute to the overall effect?
Which of these authors is known for exploring the theme of inherited traits influencing characters' choices?
Which of these authors is known for exploring the theme of inherited traits influencing characters' choices?
Flashcards
Verisimilitude
Verisimilitude
A quality of being faithful to reality in novels, avoiding imaginative elements.
Detailed Character Portrayal
Detailed Character Portrayal
In-depth psychological analysis of characters with notable traits.
Omniscient Narrator
Omniscient Narrator
A narrator who knows everything, including all characters' thoughts and feelings.
Benito Pérez Galdós
Benito Pérez Galdós
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Ana Ozores
Ana Ozores
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Study Notes
Realist and Naturalist Novel Characteristics
- Verisimilitude: The novel accurately reflects reality in actions, characters, settings, and language.
- Credible Characters and Settings: Characters are analyzed psychologically; their physical and emotional traits are detailed. Environments are carefully described.
- Avoids Imaginative Elements: The novel avoids imaginative or fantastical elements.
- Dialogue: Characters speak in realistic dialogue, reflecting their social situations.
- Detailed Descriptions: Detailed descriptions of characters, settings, and actions show reality. Many descriptive adjectives are used to enhance the detail.
- Omniscient Narrator: The narrator is all-knowing, revealing thoughts and feelings of characters, as well as the broader context.
Notable Authors
- Benito Pérez Galdós: Known for Marianela or Fortunata and Jacinta
- Emilia Pardo Bazán: Known for Los Pazos de Ulloa
- Leopoldo Alas "ClarÃn": Known for La Regenta; a critic of injustice and corruption in the Restoration era. He explored the theme of heredity and societal expectations.
- Ana Ozores: A fictional character who encounters social injustices and struggles to manage the expectations of society.
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