European Literature: Languages, Genres, and Literary Artists

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Which of the following is a genre in European Literature?

  • Science fiction novels
  • Translation as a genre (correct)
  • Romantic poetry
  • Epic poetry

Who is the legendary author of Iliad and Odyssey?

  • Sophocles
  • Aristophanes
  • Homer (correct)
  • Euripides

Which playwright was known for comic plays in ancient Athens?

  • Aristophanes (correct)
  • Euripides
  • Homer
  • Sophocles

In which century did Aristophanes live?

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Which work is attributed to Sophocles?

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Which language is NOT listed as one of the languages used in European Literature?

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Who is known as the author of the poem 'The Divine Comedy'?

<p>Dante Alighieri (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which poet is considered the greatest writer in the Spanish language and one of the world’s pre-eminent novelists?

<p>Miguel de Cervantes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the greatest writer in the English language and the world’s greatest dramatist?

<p>William Shakespeare (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which poet wrote 'The Aeneid'?

<p>Virgil (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is known as the author of 'The Canterbury Tales'?

<p>Geoffrey Chaucer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which poet is associated with the work 'The Decameron'?

<p>Giovanni Boccaccio (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Romeo and Juliet' is a renowned work of which poet?

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'The Art of Poetry' is a work associated with which poet?

<p>Horace (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote 'El ingenioso hidalgo Don Quixote de la Mancha'?

<p>Miguel de Cervantes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which poet wrote 'The Georgics'?

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Flashcards

Translation as a genre

A genre within European Literature that involves converting text from one language to another, often seen as a form of literary adaptation and interpretation.

Homer

The legendary author credited with the authorship of the epic poems 'Iliad' and 'Odyssey,' foundational works of ancient Greek literature.

Aristophanes

An Ancient Athenian playwright of the Old Comic period. He is known for his satirical and comedic plays, which often commented on political and social issues of the time.

Electra

Sophocles is attributed as the author of 'Electra', a Greek tragedy that revolves around the themes of revenge, justice, and family.

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Dante Alighieri

The author of 'The Divine Comedy,' an epic poem of immense scope that details a journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise.

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Miguel de Cervantes

A Spanish novelist, poet and playwright. He is considered the greatest writer in the Spanish language and one of the world’s pre-eminent novelists.

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William Shakespeare

An English playwright, poet and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's greatest dramatist.

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Virgil

The Roman poet who wrote the Aeneid, an epic poem that tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan who traveled to Italy and became the ancestor of the Romans.

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Geoffrey Chaucer

The author of 'The Canterbury Tales,' a collection of stories told by pilgrims on their way to Canterbury Cathedral.

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Giovanni Boccaccio

The author of 'The Decameron,' a collection of novellas containing 100 tales told by ten young men and women sheltering from the Black Death.

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'Romeo and Juliet'

A renowned work by William Shakespeare, it is a classic tragedy that tells the story of two young star-crossed lovers from feuding families.

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Don Quixote Author

'El ingenioso hidalgo Don Quixote de la Mancha' was written by Miguel de Cervantes.

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'The Georgics' Author

The Roman poet who wrote 'The Georgics,' a poem about agriculture and rural life.

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Study Notes

European Literature Genres and Authors

  • Epic poetry is a notable genre in European literature.
  • Homer is the legendary author of the epic poems "Iliad" and "Odyssey."
  • Aristophanes was a prominent playwright known for his comic plays in ancient Athens.
  • Aristophanes lived during the 5th century BCE.

Notable Works and Writers

  • "Oedipus Rex" is a famous tragedy attributed to Sophocles.
  • Finnish is not recognized among the primary languages used in European literature, unlike languages such as English, French, and German.
  • Dante Alighieri is known as the author of the poem "The Divine Comedy."
  • Miguel de Cervantes is celebrated as the greatest writer in the Spanish language and one of the world’s pre-eminent novelists.

Noteworthy Poets and Their Contributions

  • William Shakespeare is considered the greatest writer in the English language and acclaimed as the world’s greatest dramatist.
  • Virgil authored the epic poem "The Aeneid."
  • Geoffrey Chaucer is recognized as the author of "The Canterbury Tales."
  • Giovanni Boccaccio is associated with the work "The Decameron."
  • "Romeo and Juliet" is a renowned play written by William Shakespeare.
  • "The Art of Poetry" is a work associated with Horace.
  • Miguel de Cervantes wrote "El ingenioso hidalgo Don Quixote de la Mancha."
  • Virgil is also the poet who wrote "The Georgics."

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