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Which poet is known for the work 'A Valediction Forbidden Mourning'?
Which poet is known for the work 'A Valediction Forbidden Mourning'?
- Edmund Spenser
- William Shakespeare
- George Herbert
- John Donne (correct)
Which of the following works is attributed to Christopher Marlowe?
Which of the following works is attributed to Christopher Marlowe?
- On his having arrived at the age of Twenty Three
- The Tempest
- Easter Wings
- Dr Faustus (correct)
Which poet is associated with writing sonnets, specifically from 'Astrophel and Stella'?
Which poet is associated with writing sonnets, specifically from 'Astrophel and Stella'?
- John Milton
- Edmund Spenser
- Philip Sidney (correct)
- George Herbert
Which of these literary figures is known for his contributions to the Renaissance as mentioned in the reading list?
Which of these literary figures is known for his contributions to the Renaissance as mentioned in the reading list?
Which of the following is NOT a work by William Shakespeare listed for reading?
Which of the following is NOT a work by William Shakespeare listed for reading?
Flashcards
Renaissance
Renaissance
A cultural movement in Europe (14th-17th century) marked by a revival of art and learning.
Edmund Spenser
Edmund Spenser
A major English poet known for 'The Faerie Queene' and his contributions to the Renaissance literature.
Philip Sidney
Philip Sidney
An English poet and courtier, known for his work 'Astrophel and Stella', a sequence of sonnets.
Shakespeare's Plays
Shakespeare's Plays
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John Milton
John Milton
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Study Notes
Renaissance Poets and Plays
- Spenser: Study any of his works. Focus areas may include his poetic style and themes.
- Sidney: Analyze two sonnets from Astrophel and Stella. Pay attention to the poetic techniques and themes.
- Shakespeare: Study Macbeth, The Tempest, and Merchant of Venice. Consider the plot, characters, themes, and language in each play.
- Marlowe: Examine Dr. Faustus. Focus on the play's themes of ambition, morality, and the human condition.
- Donne: Analyze "A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning". Note the metaphysical style and themes. Also study "Holy Sonnets."
- Herbert: Study "Easter Wings". Focus on the poem's imagery, metaphors, and religious themes.
- Milton: Read "On His Having Arrived at the Age of Twenty-Three". Pay attention to the speaker's reflections and the poem's style.
- Erasmus & Bacon: Understand the contextual role of these important Renaissance figures. Be ready for discussions of their influence on the literature being studied.
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