English 117: Contemporary Literature Quiz

Instructor Background

• Mr. John Louie P. Guimaras, a licensed professional teacher, has five years of teaching experience.
• Holds a Bachelor of Science in Education, majoring in English, with cum laude honors from Christ the King College.
• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Arts in Education, focusing on English Language Teaching.

Program Outcomes

• Broad knowledge of language and literature to enhance effective learning.
• Utilization of English as a global language within multilingual contexts.
• Extensive reading knowledge in language, literature, and related fields.
• Proficiency in both oral and written communication skills.
• Skills to reflect and engage in research-based practices in language and literature teaching.

Course Description

• Designed for pre-service English teachers to gain an extensive background in literature and related fields.
• Focuses on understanding and evaluating critical issues in contemporary and popular literature.
• Encourages demonstration of research-based content knowledge relevant to teaching and learning.

Course Learning Outcomes

• Ability to discuss critical issues and research-based content in contemporary and popular literature.
• Skill to explain genre development from inception to contemporary practice using historical timelines.
• Competence in applying various literary analysis methods, including formal, psychological, and feminist perspectives for response papers.

Types and Elements of Fiction

• Fiction encompasses imaginative and creative literary works, with diverse genres featuring unique characteristics.

Common Types of Fiction

• Novel: A long, complex work exploring deep themes, characters, and social issues.
• Short Story: A brief narrative focusing on a single event or character, with a simpler plot.
• Novella: Longer than a short story but shorter than a novel, allowing focused exploration of characters and themes.
• Science Fiction: Involves speculative concepts like technology, futuristic societies, and space exploration.
• Fantasy: Features magical or supernatural elements, often including mythical creatures and epic quests.
• Mystery: Revolves around solving a crime or uncovering a secret, often with detectives or sleuths as main characters.
• Thriller: Fast-paced and suspenseful, involving high-stakes situations and intense emotions.
• Romance: Focuses on the development of romantic relationships, emphasizing emotional connections.
• Historical Fiction: Set within a specific historical context, accurately depicting customs and events while telling fictional stories.
• Dystopian Fiction: Explores oppressive future societies, addressing themes of control, rebellion, and power.
• Adventure: Involves characters on exciting journeys filled with challenges and experiences.

Test your understanding of contemporary, popular, and emergent literature in this English 117 quiz. Designed for aspiring educators, this quiz explores key themes and authors in modern literature. Assess your knowledge and prepare for future discussions in your teaching career.