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According to the moral-philosophical approach, literature is primarily intended to
According to the moral-philosophical approach, literature is primarily intended to
- Explore scientific concepts
- Teach morality (correct)
- Entertain readers
- Provide historical context
What does the moral-philosophical approach focus on?
What does the moral-philosophical approach focus on?
- The moral and ethical questions (correct)
- The story's structure
- The reader's emotions
- The author's background
How does the moral-philosophical approach interpret literature?
How does the moral-philosophical approach interpret literature?
- By analyzing the reader's response
- Based on the author's intentions
- Within a historical context (correct)
- Through the use of symbolism
What is the main role of the critic in the moral-philosophical approach?
What is the main role of the critic in the moral-philosophical approach?
What is the basic position of the moral-philosophical approach?
What is the basic position of the moral-philosophical approach?
Which approach can be considered as the beginning of New Criticism?
Which approach can be considered as the beginning of New Criticism?
What does textual criticism aim to establish?
What does textual criticism aim to establish?
What may corrupt a literary text according to the text?
What may corrupt a literary text according to the text?
Who are the text copyists mentioned in the text?
Who are the text copyists mentioned in the text?
What is the main focus of the Textual Approach?
What is the main focus of the Textual Approach?
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Moral-Philosophical Approach
Moral-Philosophical Approach
A perspective treating literature as a medium to teach morality and explore ethical questions.
Historical Context
Historical Context
Understanding literature by considering the time and circumstances in which it was written.
Critic's Role
Critic's Role
To identify and analyze the moral and ethical questions presented in literature.
Textual Approach
Textual Approach
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Authentic Text
Authentic Text
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Errors in Text
Errors in Text
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Text Copyists
Text Copyists
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Analyzing the Text
Analyzing the Text
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Moral and Ethical Questions
Moral and Ethical Questions
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Philosophical Issues
Philosophical Issues
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Study Notes
Moral-Philosophical Approach
- Literature is primarily intended to promote moral values and virtues.
- Focuses on the moral and philosophical aspects of literary works.
Critic's Role
- The critic's main role is to interpret literature in light of moral and philosophical principles.
Moral-Philosophical Position
- The basic position is that literature should convey moral lessons and promote virtuous living.
New Criticism
- The moral-philosophical approach can be seen as the precursor to New Criticism.
Textual Criticism
- Aims to establish the original text by identifying and correcting errors.
- Errors can occur due to mistakes by text copyists, such as scribes and monks.
Textual Corruption
- Corruption of literary texts can occur through intentional or unintentional changes made by scribes.
Textual Approach
- Focuses on establishing the original text, examining its language, and identifying any errors or changes.
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Test your knowledge of the moral and philosophical approach in literary analysis with this quiz. Explore the historical roots of this approach and learn how critics interpret and analyze stories through the lens of moral and ethical questions. Challenge yourself to understand how stories prompt readers to ponder deeper meanings and contemplate possible answers to these questions.
