Cross-cultural Relationships in Literature: Silk by Alessandro Baricco Quiz
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What is the primary theme of the romantic novel discussed?

  • Community Sacrifice
  • Forbidden Love (correct)
  • Cultural Division
  • Misplaced Affections
  • Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of romantic novels?

  • Emotional Intensity
  • Character Development
  • Historical Accuracy (correct)
  • Central Focus on Romance
  • What type of fiction focuses on the theme of romantic love and its development between characters?

  • Horror Fiction
  • Mystery Fiction
  • Romantic Novel (correct)
  • Science Fiction
  • Which of the following cultures is NOT mentioned in the video presentation?

    <p>British Culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the video presentation?

    <p>To show how different cultures express politeness, greetings, love, and contempt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of Alessandro Baricco's novel 'Silk'?

    <p>The journey of a silkworm egg merchant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Hervé Joncour travel to Japan?

    <p>To find a cure for a disease affecting French silkworms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the forbidden romance in Japan affect Hervé's relationship with Hélène?

    <p>It made their relationship more distant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Hervé receive from the Japanese girl during his second visit?

    <p>A letter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the civil war in Japan alter Hervé's plans?

    <p>It made it impossible for him to return to Japan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What revelation changed Hervé's perspective on love and loss?

    <p>The discovery that the Japanese girl had died</p> Signup and view all the answers

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