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What is the main theme of Edward Taylor's poem 'Huswifery'?
What is the main theme of Edward Taylor's poem 'Huswifery'?
Anne Bradstreet was the first published female poet in America.
Anne Bradstreet was the first published female poet in America.
True
Name one virtue Benjamin Franklin included in his plan for self-improvement.
Name one virtue Benjamin Franklin included in his plan for self-improvement.
Temperance
In Thomas Paine's The Crisis, the phrase 'These are the times that try men's souls' was intended to emphasize the need for _____ during difficult times.
In Thomas Paine's The Crisis, the phrase 'These are the times that try men's souls' was intended to emphasize the need for _____ during difficult times.
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Study Notes
Colonial Literature Study Guide
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Native American Reaction to Columbus: Native Americans were initially scared of Columbus and his men, running away, then warming up to them.
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Columbus' Belief System: Columbus believed he was sailing to Asia until the day he died.
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Native American Reaction to Cabeza de Vaca: Some Native American tribes liked Cabeza de Vaca, while others did not.
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Edward Taylor's "Huswifery": This poem, in general, focuses on the spinning wheel and how each part of it represented something spiritual about God.
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Anne Bradstreet's Poetry: Anne Bradstreet was the first female poet in the colonies. Her poems were more personal than the typical Puritan literature of the time.
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Benjamin Franklin's Plan for Self-Improvement: Benjamin Franklin created a plan with 13 virtues to become a better person, focusing on one virtue at a time. Examples include Temperance, Silence, and Order.
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Benjamin Franklin's Almanack: Benjamin Franklin's Almanack included a yearly calendar, weather predictions, poems, witty sayings, and proverbs.
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Benjamin Franklin's View on the Constitution: Benjamin Franklin’s views on the Constitution and the purpose of his speech at the Constitutional Convention are not provided in the given text.
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Thomas Paine's "The Crisis": Paine wrote "The Crisis" to motivate American soldiers to continue fighting, even in difficult times; distinguishing between "summer soldiers" and those who would fight year round.
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Phillis Wheatley's "Firsts": Phillis Wheatley was the first African American female poet in America.
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Patrick Henry's Famous Speech: Patrick Henry famously said "Give me liberty, or give me death!" in a speech to encourage the Virginia colony to fight against the British.
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Captivity Narrative: Captivity narratives often include patterns like separation (capture), torment (hardship), transformation (growth), and deliverance (escape/release).
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Abigail Adams: Abigail Adams, the first First Lady, often wrote letters detailing her life, including complaints about the White House building process.
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Michel-Guillaume Jean de Crèvecœur's American: Crèvecœur described an American as a mixture of ethnic races; he also utilized the phrase "melting pot".
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Literature During This Period: The literature of this time included historical, political, and documented records.
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Olaudah Equiano's Hardships: Olaudah Equiano faced hardships such as starvation, being chained to other slaves, and being tormented by others while at sea.
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Iroquois Constitution: Elements of the Iroquois Constitution include Pine Trees and Eagles.
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Explore the key themes and figures in Colonial Literature with this informative study guide. Learn about the Native American reactions to early explorers, the spiritual symbolism in Edward Taylor's poetry, and the personal reflections of Anne Bradstreet. This guide also highlights Benjamin Franklin's contributions to self-improvement and his famous almanack.
