Narrative Styles in Storytelling

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What literary device does George Eliot use in the beginning of 'Adam Bede' to make the reader feel like they are being directly addressed?

Metaphor

Simile

Apostrophe (correct)

Personification

Why did some people around 1900 dislike the author talking too much in a story?

They felt that it made the characters less relatable

They thought it made the story less emotional and real (correct)

They found it too boring

They believed it added unnecessary details to the plot

What was one of the reasons why people in modern times prefer authors to hide their voices in stories?

It helps readers focus more on the characters' thoughts (correct)

It adds an element of surprise

It enhances the mystery of the story

It makes the story seem more ancient

How does the author describe the way Virgil tells stories in epic poems?

Like speaking directly to the reader Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason given in the text as to why readers enjoy stories?

To learn more about the world Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of storytelling does George Eliot emphasize by using a drop of ink at the beginning of 'Adam Bede'?

Inclusivity Signup and view all the answers

What did people around 1900 believe was a drawback of authors talking too much in a story?

It detracted from creating a realistic and emotional atmosphere Signup and view all the answers

'Once upon a time there was a beautiful princess' is an example of:

A folk tale Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of 'Howards End' as described in the text?

The representation of England's past and present Signup and view all the answers

In 'Howards End,' why does the author highlight the characters and their relationships?

To represent what is happening in England Signup and view all the answers

Why does Margaret's inner thoughts differ from the way the author presents them in 'Howards End'?

To distinguish between Margaret's perspective and the author's voice Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes modern writers in the postmodern style from traditional storytellers as highlighted in the text?

Emphasis on revealing the constructed nature of stories Signup and view all the answers

Why does Forster mention the gap between Margaret's feelings and his narrative in 'Howards End'?

As a playful way to introduce big ideas into the story Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device does Forster primarily use when referring to Margaret in 'Howards End'?

Metaphor Signup and view all the answers

'Good as Gold' by Joseph Heller is mentioned in the text as an example of what kind of storytelling approach?

'Good as Gold' breaks the fourth wall and directly addresses readers Signup and view all the answers

'Howards End' differs from traditional storytelling by _______________ according to the text.

Breaking conventional narrative rules Signup and view all the answers

What effect does Forster aim to achieve by mentioning England as a jewel sailing towards forever in 'Howards End'?

To symbolize England's enduring identity amidst change Signup and view all the answers

In 'Howards End,' what role does King's Cross station play in contrasting Margaret and the Wilcox family?

It highlights Margaret's divergence from materialistic values embodied by the Wilcox family Signup and view all the answers

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