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What defines a literary genre according to the content?
What defines a literary genre according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT classified as a literary genre by Tzevan Todorov?
Which of the following is NOT classified as a literary genre by Tzevan Todorov?
How do characters react in a realistic genre?
How do characters react in a realistic genre?
What is a defining feature of the strange genre?
What is a defining feature of the strange genre?
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Which genre suggests moral implications in its narratives?
Which genre suggests moral implications in its narratives?
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What reaction do characters have in the marvellous genre towards events?
What reaction do characters have in the marvellous genre towards events?
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Which literary genre is primarily concerned with questioning social order?
Which literary genre is primarily concerned with questioning social order?
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What type of resolution is expected in the realistic genre?
What type of resolution is expected in the realistic genre?
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Study Notes
Genre of Fantastic Literature
- Fantastic literature is a genre characterized by specific characteristics appearing repeatedly in various texts, regardless of the author.
- It's distinguished from other genres through the perspective on reality, modes of storytelling, and the presence/absence of realism.
- Tzevan Todorov, a Bulgarian linguist and philosopher, identified four main literary genres: Realistic, Strange, Fantastic, and Marvelous.
Todorov's Classification
- Realistic: Events and reactions are expected, similar to actions in everyday life.
- Strange: Events occur that challenge typical expectations ("out of the ordinary"), but they are still explicable with logical explanations.
- Fantastic: Events appear unexplainable with existing knowledge and logic. Reactions from the characters can vary and can change the perception of reality to the reader.
- Marvelous: Events defy any kind of natural explanation and are accepted as part of the narrative.
Key Elements for Genre Classification
- Characters' Reactions: Todorov's analysis primarily focused on the characters' reactions to supernatural events or inexplicable situations in the text.
- Event Likelihood: The likelihood of events occurring in our everyday world is essential to determine if the narrative fits a particular genre.
- Logical Explanation: Exploring whether the narrative allows for a logical, rational explanation of the bizarre events is crucial.
- Reader's Perceptions: Reactions and implications for understanding the world portrayed in the text affect readers' emotional responses.
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Explore the key concepts defining literary genres through this quiz. Test your understanding of different genres, their characteristics, and how characters behave within them. This quiz covers insights from literary theorist Tzevan Todorov and broader characteristics of various genres.
