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Henry James's writing is characterized by simplicity and minimalism
Henry James's writing is characterized by simplicity and minimalism
False (B)
James's position in the American canon is not currently in question
James's position in the American canon is not currently in question
False (B)
James was born into a prominent family in 1843
James was born into a prominent family in 1843
True (A)
James lived mostly in Paris and saw America as his problematic subject matter
James lived mostly in Paris and saw America as his problematic subject matter
James's works are short on particulars and snappy plot or action
James's works are short on particulars and snappy plot or action
What were some of the challenges modern readers face when reading Henry James's writing?
What were some of the challenges modern readers face when reading Henry James's writing?
What were some of the influences on Henry James's early education and career?
What were some of the influences on Henry James's early education and career?
What factors contribute to the difficulty of reading Henry James's works for modern readers?
What factors contribute to the difficulty of reading Henry James's works for modern readers?
What is one of the reasons modern readers may find Henry James's writing difficult?
What is one of the reasons modern readers may find Henry James's writing difficult?
Why is Henry James considered difficult reading in a climate curious about issues of ideology such as race or gender?
Why is Henry James considered difficult reading in a climate curious about issues of ideology such as race or gender?
What was the main focus of Henry James's writing according to the text?
What was the main focus of Henry James's writing according to the text?
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