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“How do I Love Thee” and “Noli Me Tangere” are good illustrations of literature with an emotional appeal.
“How do I Love Thee” and “Noli Me Tangere” are good illustrations of literature with an emotional appeal.
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What is the purpose of moralizing literature?
What is the purpose of moralizing literature?
To present moral values for the reader to understand and appreciate.
What is the primary form of communication in poetry?
What is the primary form of communication in poetry?
Metaphorical communication.
What are the two main categories of poems?
What are the two main categories of poems?
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What is the actual meaning of a word called?
What is the actual meaning of a word called?
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What is the name of the element in poetry that distinguishes it from other literary forms?
What is the name of the element in poetry that distinguishes it from other literary forms?
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What is the most important figurative language tool for creating comparisons?
What is the most important figurative language tool for creating comparisons?
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Rhythm in poems is only about sound.
Rhythm in poems is only about sound.
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The meaning of a poem is the same as the experience it expresses.
The meaning of a poem is the same as the experience it expresses.
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What is the difference between the novel and the short story?
What is the difference between the novel and the short story?
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What is the purpose of science fiction?
What is the purpose of science fiction?
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Folk tales typically have happy endings.
Folk tales typically have happy endings.
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The events in fables are usually based on realistic scenarios.
The events in fables are usually based on realistic scenarios.
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What is the moral of The Hare and the Tortoise fable?
What is the moral of The Hare and the Tortoise fable?
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What is the purpose of nonfiction writing?
What is the purpose of nonfiction writing?
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What is the purpose of fables?
What is the purpose of fables?
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The events in an essay are usually based on a single specific topic.
The events in an essay are usually based on a single specific topic.
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Study Notes
Literary Arts
- Literary arts combine spoken or written words to create forms with artistic and emotional appeal
- Literature's emotional impact comes from moving the reader
- Literature encompasses various forms like Drama, Essay, Prose, Fiction, and Poetry
- Literature allows communication of ideas and feelings across cultures
- Literature offers experiences of different places and people without travel
Classification of Literature
- Escape Literature: Intended for entertainment, helping the reader pass time by temporarily forgetting troubles.
- Interpretative Literature: Aimed at broadening understanding of life by using imagination to explore deeper into troubles.
Uses of Literature
- Moralizing Literature: Presents moral values for the reader.
- Propaganda Literature: Used in history books, advertising, and personal success accounts to promote ideas.
- Psychological Continuum: Offers a therapeutic value by allowing readers to release pent-up emotions.
Forms of Literature: Poetry
- Poetry employs special use of sound and rhythm through rhyme and repetition
- Rhythm and repetition create patterns
- Poetry often uses metaphors, similes, and imagery
- Poetry can be categorized broadly as narrative or lyric
- Narrative poems tell stories and have characters, while lyric poems express emotion
- Poems like "My Last Duchess" by Robert Browning are examples of narrative in poetry
Forms of Literature: Prose Fiction
- Prose fiction encompasses various forms like novels, novelettes, and short stories
- Novels are longer, with complex plots and subplots, while short stories focus on a single central event
- Fiction can be used for escapism, to explore different lives and perspectives
Forms of Literature: Science Fiction
- Imaginary voyages to different lands with creatures were popular elements in earlier literature
- Science fiction explores science and technology's impact on the future, including space travel, alien beings, and inventions
Forms of Literature: Folktales
- Folktales include fairy tales, animal tales, and tall tales involving magic, supernatural events, or talking animals
- Myths are stories explaining the world
- Fables are short, teaching lessons through stories involving animals, frequently through irony
Forms of Literature: Nonfiction
- Nonfiction writing is based on factual information and includes biographies, histories, and practical guides
Forms of Literature: Essay
- Essay is a composition discussing a single topic and sharing personal thoughts or perspectives
Forms of Literature: Novel
- Novel is a long work of prose fiction that portrays characters and situations similar to real life
Forms of Literature: Miscellaneous
- Miscellaneous literary works include history, biography, letters, diaries, and other works that show quality writing
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Description
Explore the fascinating world of literary arts, which blend spoken and written words to create emotional and artistic experiences. This quiz covers the classification of literature, focusing on escape and interpretative literature, as well as its various uses in moralizing and propaganda. Test your knowledge of how literature impacts cultures and individuals.
