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What was a significant characteristic of American literature during the Early National Period?
What was a significant characteristic of American literature during the Early National Period?
Which author is known for works that contributed to the rise of the American short story?
Which author is known for works that contributed to the rise of the American short story?
Which aspect of American culture was romanticized during the Early National Period?
Which aspect of American culture was romanticized during the Early National Period?
What literary movement began during the Early National Period?
What literary movement began during the Early National Period?
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Which of the following works is NOT associated with Washington Irving?
Which of the following works is NOT associated with Washington Irving?
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What is a central characteristic of Native American literature?
What is a central characteristic of Native American literature?
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Which type of literature reflects the religious beliefs of the Puritan settlers?
Which type of literature reflects the religious beliefs of the Puritan settlers?
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What literary form was commonly used in Puritan literature for moral instruction?
What literary form was commonly used in Puritan literature for moral instruction?
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What function do trickster figures serve in Native American stories?
What function do trickster figures serve in Native American stories?
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What is a significant aspect of Puritan literature?
What is a significant aspect of Puritan literature?
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Which of the following is considered a popular work of Native American literature?
Which of the following is considered a popular work of Native American literature?
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Which group was known for authors like Anne Bradstreet and Cotton Mather?
Which group was known for authors like Anne Bradstreet and Cotton Mather?
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What genre of literature often recounts experiences of colonists captured by Native Americans?
What genre of literature often recounts experiences of colonists captured by Native Americans?
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Which characteristic is associated with Colonial Literature?
Which characteristic is associated with Colonial Literature?
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What is the significance of Benjamin Franklin's "Poor Richard's Almanack"?
What is the significance of Benjamin Franklin's "Poor Richard's Almanack"?
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Which of the following authors is NOT associated with Revolutionary Age literature?
Which of the following authors is NOT associated with Revolutionary Age literature?
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Which work is classified as a popular piece during the Revolutionary Age?
Which work is classified as a popular piece during the Revolutionary Age?
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What was a notable trend in literature during the Colonial period?
What was a notable trend in literature during the Colonial period?
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Which characteristic of Revolutionary Age literature reflects the ideas of the Enlightenment?
Which characteristic of Revolutionary Age literature reflects the ideas of the Enlightenment?
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What type of writings became prominent in the Revolutionary Age?
What type of writings became prominent in the Revolutionary Age?
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What was the impact of The Federalist Papers?
What was the impact of The Federalist Papers?
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Study Notes
Pre-colonial: Native American Literature (18th-19th Century)
- Origin: Literature created by indigenous peoples before European colonization
- Characteristics:
- Oral tradition - stories, songs, and poetry passed down through generations
- Strong connection to nature and the spiritual world
- Emphasis on community and tribal identity
- Use of symbolism and metaphors from nature
- Myths, legends, and trickster figures
- Rhythmic and poetic language often tied to music and dance
- Popular works: Creation myths (e.g., "The Earth on Turtle's Back"), trickster tales (e.g., stories of Coyote or Raven)
- Notable authors: Black Elk (Oglala Lakota), Zitkala-Ša (Yankton Dakota) (though many were anonymous)
- Interesting fact: Most Native American stories were not written down until the 19th century, preserving centuries of oral tradition.
Puritan Literature (1620-1750)
- Origin: Reflects the religious beliefs of the Puritan settlers
- Characteristics:
- Strong focus on religious themes and moral instruction
- Plain style with direct, unadorned language
- Emphasis on personal spiritual experiences and conversion narratives
- Interesting fact: Puritan literature often included captivity narratives, accounts of colonists captured by Native Americans.
Colonial Literature (1607-1775)
- Origin: Covers the period of early European settlement and colonization
- Characteristics:
- Detailed accounts of exploration and settlement
- Blend of fact and fiction in travel narratives
- Political writings on governance and rights
- Religious texts (sermons and theological treatises)
- Early emergence of American identity
- Focus on pragmatism and practical purposes
- Rise of newspapers and almanacs
- Popular works: "A Description of New England" by John Smith.
- Notable authors: Anne Bradstreet, Cotton Mather.
The Early National Period (1775-1830)
- Origin: Early years of the U.S. as a nation
- Characteristics:
- Emergence of distinctly American themes and styles
- Rise of the American novel and short story
- Exploration of national identity and frontier life
- Romanticization of Native American culture
- Use of American vernacular in literature
- Examination of moral and social issues unique to America
- Beginnings of transcendentalist thought
- Popular Works: "The Last of the Mohicans" by James Fenimore Cooper and "Rip Van Winkle" by Washington Irving.
- Notable authors: Washington Irving, William Cullen Bryant
The Revolutionary Age (1775-1783)
- Origin: Coincided with the American Revolution
- Characteristics:
- Persuasive pamphlets and political writings
- Patriotic poetry and songs celebrating American ideals
- Focus on liberty, democracy, and national identity
- Use of satire and allegory to critique British rule
- Emergence of a distinct American voice in literature
- Emphasis on reason and logic
- Popular Works: "Common Sense" by Thomas Paine, "The Declaration of Independence" by Thomas Jefferson.
- Notable authors: Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton
- Interesting fact: The Federalist Papers by Hamilton, Madison, and Jay played a crucial role in ratifying the Constitution.
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Test your knowledge on the rich literary traditions of Native Americans and Puritans. Explore the characteristics, popular works, and notable authors that defined these unique genres from the 18th and 19th centuries. Gain insights into their historical significance and thematic elements.
