Politeness Theory Concepts
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According to T.S. Eliot, how is literary progress generally viewed in the English tradition?

  • Art progresses through change and separation from tradition
  • Art progresses through imitation of foreign traditions
  • Art progresses through complete rejection of tradition
  • Art progresses by conforming to tradition (correct)

    • What is the main focus of T.S. Eliot's essay 'Tradition and the Individual Talent'?

  • The relationship between the poet and previous literary traditions (correct)
  • The art of poetry
  • Eliot's personal experiences
  • The history of English literature

    • In 'Tradition and the Individual Talent', what does T.S. Eliot wish to correct regarding the English tradition?

  • The lack of emphasis on tradition in English writing (correct)
  • The rigid adherence to tradition in English literature
  • The absence of literary advancements in English tradition
  • The influence of foreign traditions on English literature

    • What are the three main parts into which 'Tradition and the Individual Talent' is divided?

    <p>Tradition, Theory of Impersonal Poetry, and Conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Eliot challenge regarding a poet's greatness and individuality?

    <p>The perception that a poet's departure from predecessors signifies greatness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Eliot define the mature poet's role in artistic creation?

    <p>As a medium through which tradition is channelled and elaborated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Eliot, what does the term 'tradition' represent?

    <p>A fusion of past and present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Eliot refer to as the 'mind of Europe' in relation to tradition?

    <p>The developing canon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Eliot compare the poet to in the process of artistic creation?

    <p>A catalyst in a chemical reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Eliot, how is novelty possible in the act of poetic creation?

    <p>By tapping into tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

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