Introduction to Literature (ENGL 263)

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What is an organic image?

An image of feeling

Give an example of an audio image.

The yell of a woman

What does symbolism refer to in literature?

Using one object to stand for something else or to mean something else

Explain the concept of thermal image.

An image of heat Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of symbols in literature?

Symbols often carry more than one meaning Signup and view all the answers

How does an olfactory image appeal to the reader?

By describing a smell, like a stinking room Signup and view all the answers

How can re-reading a literature question help in responding appropriately?

Re-reading the question can help to gain additional insights on the requirements of the question. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to paraphrase a literature question before answering?

Paraphrasing the question helps to see if you have understood what you are asked to do. Signup and view all the answers

What skills are crucial for successfully responding to literature questions?

The skills of interpreting the questions appropriately and responding accordingly are crucial. Signup and view all the answers

What may lead to students failing to respond to literature questions?

Failure to interpret the questions appropriately may lead to students failing to respond. Signup and view all the answers

Why do some poems become irrelevant in a society over time?

Some poems become irrelevant in a society as time passes by. Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of a relevant societal issue that may make a poem relevant in one society but irrelevant in another.

An example could be issues related to FGM, wife battering, bride price, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between oral literature and written literature?

Oral literature presents the message through words of mouth, while written literature presents the message in written form. Signup and view all the answers

Define non-fiction literature.

Non-Fiction literature deals with factual materials or events, where the people written about are real. Signup and view all the answers

What is an autobiography and give an example?

An autobiography is an account of someone's life and experiences written by themselves. Example: 'Gifted Hands' by Ben Carson. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of biography.

A biography is a story of someone's life and experiences written by another person, often about famous individuals. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using similes in descriptions?

To make descriptions vivid by comparing subjects with known events or things. Signup and view all the answers

Define irony and provide an example of verbal irony.

Irony is the expression of ideas opposite to the implied meaning. Verbal irony occurs when the intended meaning is different from what is said. Signup and view all the answers

How can authors use irony effectively in their writing?

Authors use irony to make the audience stop and think, or to emphasize a central idea. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the scenario of verbal irony and provide an example.

Verbal irony occurs when the intended meaning is different from what is said. Example: 'A student of psychology going insane.' Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the audience in understanding irony?

The audience's role is essential in realizing the difference between what is said and what is normal or expected. Signup and view all the answers

How does irony contribute to the depth of literary works?

Irony can make the audience think deeply about the meaning of the text or emphasize key ideas. Signup and view all the answers

What is a paradox and how is it demonstrated in Martin Luther's speech 'I Have a Dream'?

A paradox is a statement that contradicts itself, and in the speech, the use of 'exile in his own land' is a paradox as one cannot truly be in exile in their own land. Signup and view all the answers

Define climax and provide an example of it from the text.

Climax is the arrangement of ideas in increasing order of importance. An example from the text is 'It is an outrage to bind a Roman citizen; it is a crime to scourge him; it is almost parricide to kill him; but to crucify him'. Signup and view all the answers

Explain what is meant by anticlimax and give an example from the text.

Anticlimax is a sequence of ideas that diminish in importance at the end for satirical effect. An example from the text is 'Eat, drink, and sleep'. Signup and view all the answers

How does a paradox help convey a deeper meaning in a text?

A paradox challenges the reader's understanding and can highlight contradictions in society or human nature, leading to a deeper reflection on the text. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of arranging ideas in a climax in a speech or text?

Arranging ideas in a climax helps build tension and emphasizes the most important points, leaving a lasting impact on the audience. Signup and view all the answers

How does an anticlimax differ from a climax in terms of impact on the reader?

An anticlimax creates a humorous or satirical effect by diminishing the importance of ideas, while a climax builds up to a powerful and impactful conclusion. Signup and view all the answers