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What type of imagery is used when sweat is wiped from the forehead and skin is perceived as cold?
What type of imagery is used when sweat is wiped from the forehead and skin is perceived as cold?
When someone describes an orange slice leaving a bitter lemon taste, which type of imagery is being utilized?
When someone describes an orange slice leaving a bitter lemon taste, which type of imagery is being utilized?
The phrase 'silence was broken by piano keys' illustrates which type of imagery?
The phrase 'silence was broken by piano keys' illustrates which type of imagery?
What type of imagery is depicted through the smell of fresh baked cookies being described?
What type of imagery is depicted through the smell of fresh baked cookies being described?
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The description of 'the night was black as ever, but bright stars lit up in varied constellations' utilizes which type of imagery?
The description of 'the night was black as ever, but bright stars lit up in varied constellations' utilizes which type of imagery?
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What does the term 'context' refer to in literary analysis?
What does the term 'context' refer to in literary analysis?
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Which aspect is NOT part of the writer's context?
Which aspect is NOT part of the writer's context?
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What is 'visual imagery' primarily focused on?
What is 'visual imagery' primarily focused on?
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Which of the following is an example of auditory imagery?
Which of the following is an example of auditory imagery?
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How does understanding the context of a literary piece affect a reader's appreciation?
How does understanding the context of a literary piece affect a reader's appreciation?
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What constitutes a text's context?
What constitutes a text's context?
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In literary context, which term refers to the societal influences that affect the interpretation of a text?
In literary context, which term refers to the societal influences that affect the interpretation of a text?
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What is NOT a characteristic of effective imagery in literature?
What is NOT a characteristic of effective imagery in literature?
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Which type of imagery is demonstrated by the sound of birds chirping?
Which type of imagery is demonstrated by the sound of birds chirping?
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What does tactile imagery primarily describe?
What does tactile imagery primarily describe?
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Which example best illustrates gustatory imagery?
Which example best illustrates gustatory imagery?
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What characteristic defines olfactory imagery?
What characteristic defines olfactory imagery?
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How is kinesthetic imagery best defined?
How is kinesthetic imagery best defined?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of tactile imagery?
Which of the following is NOT an example of tactile imagery?
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Which scenario depicts auditory imagery?
Which scenario depicts auditory imagery?
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Which imagery is associated with the act of eating and sensations related to flavor?
Which imagery is associated with the act of eating and sensations related to flavor?
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Study Notes
Lesson 3: Context and Text's Meaning
- Reading literary pieces can be challenging sometimes.
- Literary genres change over time.
- Understanding literary texts takes time.
- Familiarizing yourself with the context of a literary piece improves appreciation.
Context
- Context originates from the idea of connecting things together.
- Context is defined as the circumstances surrounding an event, statement, or idea which affect its understanding and assessment.
- Context for a literary piece includes the writer's life, values, assumptions, gender, race, sexual orientation, and the author's political and economic environment.
- It involves the reader's own experiences, values, assumptions, political and economic issues, along with previous reading.
- A text's context also refers to its publishing history and its position within a larger body of work like a newspaper, historical period, events, and translation.
- Social context describes the society in which characters live and the society in which the author created the text.
Overview
- The structure of a poem refers to how the words are arranged to create meaning.
Imagery
- Imagery creates a mental picture in the reader's mind using words that appeal to the senses.
Visual Imagery
- Visual imagery uses words appealing to sight.
Examples of Visual Imagery
- The white frost on the windowpane
- Deep yellow hues of the sunset and deep blue colors of the sea
- A bright orange, beaming sunlight
Auditory Imagery
- Auditory imagery appeals to the sense of hearing.
Examples of Auditory Imagery
- The clank of keys
- The clang of plates
- The crow of the rooster
- The rustling of papers
- The pitter-patter of rain
- The tapping of nails on the table
Kinesthetic Imagery
- Kinesthetic imagery appeals to the sense of actions and movement.
Examples of Kinesthetic Imagery
- Beating of the heart
- Breathing
- Walking on a lone path
- Loitering and wandering
- Swaying to music
- Flipping pages
Tactile Imagery
- Tactile imagery describes how things feel to the touch.
Examples of Tactile Imagery
- A gust of cold air causing shivering
- Warm and cozy blanket
- Aching legs after climbing many stairs
- Sticky, sweaty clothes
- Cool, soothing water washing over someone
Olfactory Imagery
- Olfactory imagery engages the sense of smell.
Examples of Olfactory Imagery
- The sweet fragrance of honeysuckle
- The smell of burnt toast and greasy bacon
- The scent of roses
- Smell of fresh baked cookies
Gustatory Imagery
- Gustatory imagery appeals to the sense of taste and food cravings.
Examples of Gustatory Imagery
- Succulent, salty steak
- Sweet, creamy dessert
- Sweet, soft fruit filling someone’s mouth
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Explore the significance of context in understanding literary texts in this quiz. Delve into how the author's background, societal influences, and historical events shape the meaning of literary works. Enhance your appreciation of literature by familiarizing yourself with these essential concepts.
