Reader-Response Theory in Literature
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According to Rosenblatt, what is the primary difference between aesthetic reading and efferent reading?

  • Aesthetic reading is done for pleasure, while efferent reading is done for academic purposes.
  • Aesthetic reading focuses on the reader's emotional response to the text, while efferent reading focuses on extracting information. (correct)
  • Aesthetic reading emphasizes the reader's personal interpretations, while efferent reading emphasizes the author's meaning.
  • Aesthetic reading involves close analysis of the text's structure, while efferent reading focuses on the author's intentions.

    • Efferent reading is primarily concerned with the reader's personal experience with the text.

    False (B)

    How can teachers influence the quality of learner responses in literature discussions?

    Teachers can influence learner responses by carefully selecting texts, providing context and guidance, and fostering a supportive environment for discussion and interpretation.

    In the context of reader-response theory, ______ refers to the process of extracting and structuring information from a text for future use or action.

    <p>Efferent reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:

    <p>Aesthetic reading = Reading for the purpose of extracting information or instructions. Efferent reading = Reading to experience and appreciate the text's qualities. Reader-Response Theory = Focuses on the reader's role in creating meaning from a text. Meaning construction = The process of extracting and structuring information from a text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following elements, as mentioned by Hickman (1981), is NOT considered a way teachers can influence learner responses in literature discussions?

    <p>Encouraging learners to analyze the author's background and personal experiences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Reader-Response Theory emphasize the role of learners in constructing meaning from a text?

    <p>Reader-Response Theory suggests that meaning is not inherent in the text but is created by the reader's interaction with the text. The reader's background, experiences, and interpretation contribute to the overall meaning they derive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, teachers have a limited impact on how students respond to literature.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the transactional view of response emphasize?

    <p>The reader and the text act as a total event. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Active reading involves passive participation in the text.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who originated the transactional view of response?

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

    Literature is described as a __________ of conceptions of human possibilities.

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

    Match the following aspects of literature discussions with their descriptions:

    <p>Moral reasoning = Advancing ethical decision-making Human sensitivity = Cultivating empathy towards others Intelligent reasoning = Boosting critical thinking skills Literacy achievement = Improving reading and comprehension skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect is considered a crucial part of literature discussions?

    <p>Emotional and intellectual participation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Classroom discussions of literature do not encourage diversified views.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change in the teaching of literature is attributed to Rosenblatt's Literature as Exploration?

    <p>Restoring the aesthetic value of literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Rosenblatt's transactional view, what role does the text play for the reader?

    <p>An activating stimulus and a guide (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Efferent responses focus on the sensory experience during reading.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two types of reader responses identified in reader response theory?

    <p>Aesthetic and efferent responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In reading, the __________ stance emphasizes what the reader has experienced.

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

    What does the reader's context influence according to Beach?

    <p>The reader's knowledge and acculturation in reading (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following reader response types with their descriptions:

    <p>Aesthetic = Focuses on the reader's emotional engagement and sensory experience Efferent = Concerning the extraction of meaning from the text Transactional view = Considers both text and reader in meaning-making Acculturation = The process of learning to read through social context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Engaging readers in constructing meaning diminishes the importance of the context surrounding them.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'efferent' mean in the context of reader response?

    <p>It refers to the focus on extracting clear meaning from the text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of reader-response theory?

    <p>The relationship between the reader and the text (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Literary texts can only be interpreted in one way.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key process is empowered through engagement with literary texts?

    <p>Meaning-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Reader response theory considers readers as active agents who deal with the creation of __________.

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

    Match the following theories with their key ideas:

    <p>Reader-response theory = Readers are active in meaning construction New criticism = Meaning is solely generated by the text Gilroy's argument = Opinion gaps can be bridged through interaction Engagement in discussions = Practices language in meaningful interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Active discussions among learners lead to which of the following outcomes?

    <p>Enhanced comprehension of language operations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Personal responses from readers are unnecessary when interpreting literary texts.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do readers assume in the reading experience according to reader-response theory?

    <p>A part in making interpretation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle emphasizes the importance of learners verbalizing their responses?

    <p>Opportunity to verbalize responses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Probst, meaning construction only requires the participation of learners without further engagement.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one benefit of enabling learners to experience a literary text rather than just analyzing it?

    <p>It allows literature to become a mode of personal life experience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The use of literature in language teaching is important to develop __________ skills among learners.

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

    Match the following principles to their descriptions:

    <p>Participation of learners = Inviting responses to texts Verbalizing responses = Shaping learners' thoughts Writing about texts = Building possibilities of discovery Literature discussions = Speculating on ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements aligns with Widdowson's view on the role of literature in language teaching?

    <p>Literature exemplifies general principles of communication. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Encountering diverse texts and experiences is essential for exploring the bonds among learners.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main argument for using authentic materials in the communicative approach to language teaching?

    <p>It develops the communicative skills of language learners.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key concept of reader response theory?

    <p>The role of the reader is integral to understanding literature. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The aesthetic stance focuses on the information readers gather at the end of reading.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the efferent stance in reader response theory focus on?

    <p>The information readers draw upon at the end of the reading.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In reader response theory, the literary text exists in a _____ between the text and the reader.

    <p>transactional process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Tyson, which of the following statements is true about readers?

    <p>Readers actively create meaning in literature. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Language learning is defined solely as the acquisition of grammar and vocabulary.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of literature discussions according to reader response theory?

    <p>To help learners respond to texts and verbalize their interpretations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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