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Victorian literature is defined as the period from 1830 to 1900.
Victorian literature is defined as the period from 1830 to 1900.
True (A)
Queen Victoria ruled from 1837 to 1900.
Queen Victoria ruled from 1837 to 1900.
False (B)
Critics have found it easy to define Victorian literature.
Critics have found it easy to define Victorian literature.
False (B)
Victorian literature was named after Queen Victoria.
Victorian literature was named after Queen Victoria.
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There is universal agreement on the starting and ending dates of Victorian literature.
There is universal agreement on the starting and ending dates of Victorian literature.
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Study Notes
Defining Victorian Literature
- Defining Victorian Literature remains challenging for critics
- The period roughly spans from 1830 to 1900, with disagreements on exact dates
- The name "Victorian" originates from Queen Victoria's reign, 1837 to 1901
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