Literary Terms and Concepts
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Which of the following refers to the view that the human condition is essentially absurd?

  • Surrealism
  • Romanticism
  • Realism
  • Absurd literature (correct)

    • The 'Index of Authors' in the Glossary is colored blue for easy location.

    False

    What is provided to assist with the pronunciation of terms of foreign origin?

    A simplified guide to pronunciation

    The literary terms relevant for analysis of style are often included in a __________.

    <p>glossary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following branches of literature with their corresponding forms:

    <p>Drama = Plays Lyric = Poetry Novel = Prose fiction Essay = Non-fiction writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vowel sound is represented by the letter 'ä'?

    <p>father</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The content on literary criticism only includes discussions of drama and lyric.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the markings in the glossary signify?

    <p>Pronunciation of vowels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary criticism is NOT mentioned in the content?

    <p>New Historicism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The book aims to provide a service-oriented approach to literary criticism.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is quoted as having a humorous perspective in the book?

    <p>Thomas Hardy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author viewed the entries in the book as being composed with __________'s 'Defence of Poesie' in mind.

    <p>Sir Philip Sidney</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following literary terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Bathos = An abrupt transition from the lofty to the trivial Bombast = Inflated or pretentious language Limerick = A humorous five-line poem with a specific rhythm Literature = Written works considered to have artistic or intellectual value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event is described with the phrase 'the President of the Immortals... ended his sport with Tess'?

    <p>Tess's hanging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The entries in the book generally lack clarity and may confuse readers.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Mike ask the author to join him for the eighth edition?

    <p>2003</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which work does Satan encounter his daughter Sin and Death?

    <p>Paradise Lost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In The Pilgrim's Progress, Christian meets a character named Optimistic.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the City that Christian flees from in The Pilgrim's Progress?

    <p>City of Destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In John Milton's Paradise Lost, Death is represented as the son born of the incestuous relationship between Satan and _____ .

    <p>Sin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters from The Pilgrim's Progress with their descriptions:

    <p>Christian = A representation of the believer seeking salvation Evangelist = A guide who warns Christian Hopeful = A friend who supports Christian on his journey Giant Despair = A figure representing hopelessness and despair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Slough of Despond represent in The Pilgrim's Progress?

    <p>Despair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Milton’s L'Allegro and Il Penseroso do not contain any allegorical imagery.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary device is primarily used in sustained allegory?

    <p>Personification of abstract entities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Fredric Jameson associate with allegory in literature?

    <p>Historical subtext and political unconscious</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Allegory was highly valued throughout the twentieth century.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one ancient culture where beast fables existed.

    <p>Egypt, India, or Greece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The modern expression ‘sour grapes’ derives from the fable of the fox and the ______.

    <p>grapes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following figures with their contributions to fables:

    <p>Aesop = Attributed author of ancient fables Jean de la Fontaine = Wrote witty fables in verse during the seventeenth century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of narrative is defined as exemplifying an abstract moral thesis?

    <p>Fable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Paul de Man considers allegory to be more mystified compared to symbols.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary genre is also known as an apologue?

    <p>Fable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dual meaning does the term 'mortal' convey in the context provided?

    <p>Fatal and subject to death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'dispatch' only means 'to make haste'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a portmanteau word?

    <p>A word that combines two meanings or two existing words into one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    James Joyce used the portmanteau word ‘______’ that combines 'frightened' and 'Freud'.

    <p>freudened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Mortal = Death-dealing or subject to death Wretch = Expresses contempt and pity Portmanteau = A word with two meanings packed into one Freudened = Combination of frightened and Freud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary figure discussed the meaning of 'slithy' as a portmanteau?

    <p>Humpty Dumpty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cleopatra refers to the asp as 'my baby at my breast'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary work did James Joyce utilize to demonstrate portmanteau words?

    <p>Finnegans Wake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Literary Terms

    • The text highlights literary and critical concepts within a glossary format, offering definitions and explanations.
    • Several entries within the glossary are considered essays themselves: Linguistics in Literary Criticism, Deconstruction, Interpretation and Hermeneutics, Psychological and Psychoanalytic Criticism, Feminist Criticism, Marxist Criticism, and Periods of English Literature are explored with depth and precision.
    • The text acknowledges the significant changes and developments in literary study over time while recognizing the enduring value of certain content, including the efficient summary of Thomas Hardy's Tess of the D'Urbervilles.
    • The glossary prioritizes clarity and accessibility as it provides concise and humorous explanations of critical terminology.
    • The author draws parallels between the glossary and Sir Philip Sidney's Defence of Poesie, emphasizing the accessibility and engaging nature of the work.
    • The glossary utilizes various supplementary references and resources to enhance the understanding of literary concepts. These references categorize entries based on different literary movements, styles, genres, and forms.
    • The text provides pronunciation guidance for foreign terms within the glossary.
    • The glossary includes an index of authors and their works, enhancing its usefulness for study and research.

    Allegory

    • An allegory is a narrative that conveys a second order of meanings beyond its literal surface.
    • Two primary types of allegory are episodic allegory and sustained allegory.
    • Episodic allegory: Short passages within a larger work that personify abstract entities, often to express specific ideas or themes.
    • Sustained allegory: The entire narrative functions as a representation of abstract concepts or moral truths.
    • Specific names and locations within allegories often hold explicit symbolic meaning, directly referencing the abstract concepts being represented.
    • Explicit allegory: Clearly defined symbolic associations between elements and their allegorical representations.
    • Implicit allegory: More subtle and open to interpretation where the allegorical meanings are not explicitly stated but inferred through the narrative.
    • Fable: A short narrative, often featuring talking animals, that emphasizes a moral message or lesson.
    • Beast Fable: A type of fable where animals represent human characteristics and behaviors.
    • Portmanteau: A word created by combining parts of two or more existing words, often used to create new meanings and symbolism.

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    Explore the glossary of important literary and critical terms that provide clear definitions and explanations. Delve into essays covering various critical perspectives such as Feminist Criticism, Marxist Criticism, and Psychological Criticism, alongside summaries of significant literary works like Hardy's Tess of the D'Urbervilles. This quiz emphasizes the evolution of literary study while maintaining accessibility and humor.

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