Literary Formalism Principles
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Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Formalism?

  • Emphasis on Literary Devices
  • Focus on Form and Technique
  • Defamiliarization
  • Historical and Cultural Analysis (correct)

According to Formalism, what is the primary goal of literature?

  • To renew our perception of the world (correct)
  • To convey moral lessons
  • To reflect the author's personal experiences
  • To provide historical insight

Which of the following is a key figure associated with Formalism?

  • Martin Heidegger
  • Roman Jakobson (correct)
  • Ferdinand de Saussure
  • Jean-Paul Sartre

What is the primary focus of Formalist analysis?

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Which of the following best describes the approach of Formalism?

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What is the term for making the familiar seem strange to enhance perception?

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According to Formalism, how should a text be analyzed?

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What is the primary emphasis of Formalist analysis?

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Study Notes

Overview of Formalism

  • Originated in Russia in the early 20th century
  • Focuses on the form and structure of literary texts, rather than their content or historical context

Key Features of Formalism

  • Analyzes literary devices, narrative techniques, and structural elements of texts
  • Views literature as a set of linguistic structures and aesthetic features

Defamiliarization

  • Introduced by Viktor Shklovsky, it refers to making the familiar seem strange to enhance perception
  • Literature is seen as a means to renew our perception of the world

Autonomy of the Text

  • The text is considered an independent entity that should be analyzed without reference to external factors
  • External factors include the author's biography or historical context

Emphasis on Literary Devices

  • Focuses on elements like imagery, metaphor, sound patterns, and narrative techniques
  • Seeks to understand how these elements contribute to the overall meaning and effect of the text

Scientific Approach

  • Treats literary analysis as a scientific endeavor, using precise terminology and methods
  • Strives for objectivity in the analysis of texts

Key Figures of Formalism

  • Viktor Shklovsky
  • Roman Jakobson
  • Boris Eikhenbaum

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Explore the principles of Formalism, a literary theory that focuses on the structure and form of literary texts. Learn about its key features, including the analysis of literary devices and aesthetic features.

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