Research Paper on Literary Theories

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Which of the following is NOT a key component of a research design?

  • The statistical treatment of data
  • The ethical considerations of the study
  • The research method used to collect data
  • The participants' opinions on the research topic (correct)

What is the main function of a research instrument?

  • To collect data for the research study (correct)
  • To analyze the collected data for conclusions
  • To provide participants with information about the research
  • To ensure ethical considerations are met

What is the primary purpose of ethical considerations in research?

  • To ensure the research is valuable and relevant
  • To protect the rights and well-being of research participants (correct)
  • To guarantee the accuracy of the collected data
  • To guarantee the study is carried out in a statistically sound manner

In a research study, who are considered 'respondents'?

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Which of the following is NOT a component of ethical considerations in research?

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What is the key difference between 'subjects' and 'respondents' in a research study?

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What is the primary goal of statistical treatment of data in research?

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What is the primary function of literary theory in the analysis of literature?

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Which of the following best describes 'related literature' in a research paper?

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What is the main purpose of the 'synthesis' section in Chapter Two of a research paper?

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Based on the text, what is the distinction between 'foreign literature' and 'local literature'?

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The term 'review of related studies' refers to:

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Chapter Three in a research paper?

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According to the provided text, what is the main purpose of including 'foreign studies' in Chapter Two?

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Which of the following literary theories is NOT mentioned in the text?

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The provided excerpt suggests that 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant is primarily intended for which purpose?

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What does Mathilde's husband sacrifice to help her buy a dress?

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What does Mathilde borrow from Madame Forestier to complete her look?

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What significant event occurs at the party that sets the story's tragic turn into motion?

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What drastic measures do the Loisels take to repay their debt?

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What effect does the years of hardship have on Mathilde?

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What is the devastating truth that Madame Forestier reveals to Mathilde?

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What is the primary theme of the story?

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How does the story's climax resolve the conflict?

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According to the provided text, Formalism as a literary approach focuses on what aspect of literature?

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What is the primary focus of Marxist literary criticism, based on the information provided?

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Which literary approach emphasizes the reader's individual interpretation of a text?

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What is the central theme of "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant, according to the information provided?

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What is the significance of "The Necklace" being set in 19th-century France?

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Which aspect of Mathilde Loisel's character contributes significantly to the plot of "The Necklace"?

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Based on the provided information, what is a key characteristic of the Moralist literary approach?

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What is the primary reason Mathilde Loisel feels deeply dissatisfied with her life?

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Flashcards

Review of Related Literature

A chapter that discusses facts and principles related to the study.

Foreign Literature

Reference material published or printed abroad.

Local Literature

Reference material published within the country of the research.

Review of Related Studies

Studies that relate to the present research, often unpublished.

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Foreign Studies

Research conducted and published abroad.

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Local Studies

Research conducted and published within the country.

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Synthesis

The section explaining the connections between gathered information and the study.

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Research Methodology

Chapter explaining detailed procedures for conducting the study.

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Formalism

A literary approach focusing on the form and technical aspects of a text.

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Feminism

A movement in literary criticism that examines gender roles and women's experiences in literature.

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Historical Criticism

Analyzes literature in the context of its historical and cultural background.

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Marxist Criticism

Evaluates literature through the lens of class relations and social inequality.

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Morality in Literature

Focuses on moral values and ethical dilemmas within relationships in literary works.

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Reader-Response Criticism

Highlights the importance of a reader's personal interpretation of a text.

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The Necklace

A short story by Guy de Maupassant about pride and the dangers of misplaced values.

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Mathilde Loisel

Protagonist of 'The Necklace', who longs for wealth and luxury.

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Mathilde's Dilemma

Mathilde laments not having a dress for a prestigious event.

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Husband's Sacrifice

Mathilde's husband gives up savings of 400 francs for her dress.

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Borrowed Necklace

Mathilde borrows a diamond necklace from Madame Forestier for the party.

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Night of Glamour

At the party, Mathilde feels like a wealthy and glamorous woman.

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Necklace Loss

Mathilde discovers the borrowed necklace is missing after the party.

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Expensive Replacement

The Loisels find a similar necklace worth 36,000 francs to replace the lost one.

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Years of Hardship

To repay debt, the Loisels live a much harder life, losing their former selves.

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Shocking Truth

Mathilde learns the original necklace was a fake worth only 500 francs.

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Research Design

Framework that outlines the type of research for the study.

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Participants of the Study

Describes who respondents are and their characteristics.

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Subjects

Persons being investigated in a research study.

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Respondents

Individuals providing necessary information for the study.

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Research Instrument

Tools used to gather data, such as questionnaires or surveys.

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Data Gathering Procedure

Process of collecting data leading to study findings.

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Statistical Treatment of Data

Process of interpreting raw data for decision-making.

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Ethical Consideration

Principles guiding research conduct to protect participants.

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Study Notes

Research Paper Pointers

  • Research paper includes a chapter focusing on the review of related literature and studies
  • Includes chapters on research methodology, literary theories, and a literary piece
  • Literary theories include Formalism, Feminism, Historical, Marxist, Moralist, and Reader-response
  • Literary piece example: "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant
  • Chapter two discusses facts and principles related to the present study
  • If the study focuses on drug addiction, relevant literature should address drug addiction
  • Related literature includes research findings, published/unpublished theories by experts, opinions from experts in books, journals, pamphlets, magazines, and periodicals
  • Literature includes printed materials like books, encyclopedias, professional journals, magazines, newspapers, and other publications
  • Foreign literature refers to materials published abroad
  • Local literature refers to materials published in the country
  • Studies are inquiries or investigations with similarity to the present study
  • This usually involves unpublished materials like manuscripts, theses, and dissertations
  • Foreign studies are inquiries/research done and published abroad
  • Local studies are inquiries/research done and published in the country

Synthesis

  • This is part of chapter two where the researcher connects previously cited studies to the current study

Chapter Three: The Research Methodology

  • Chapter three details how the study will be conducted and how data will be gathered
  • Explanations include research design (quantitative or qualitative)
  • Explains how data will be collected and the chosen research method

Research Design

  • Explains the type of research used in the study
  • Includes details about quantitative or qualitative design
  • Describes how data will be collected for the chosen research design
  • Outlines the research method to be used

Participants of the Study

  • Describes the respondents in detail, including demographics and profile features
  • Includes the number of respondents needed for the study

Subjects

  • Identifies the individuals being investigated

Respondents

  • Describes the providers of information needed for the study

Research Instrument

  • Explains the instrument used for data gathering (e.g., questionnaire, survey, tests, checklists)

Data Gathering Procedure

  • Explains how data is collected
  • Details the steps involved and the research instrument used

Statistical Treatment of Data

  • Explains how raw data is transformed into interpretable information that can lead to decision-making.
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Ethical Considerations

  • Explains the ethical principles for research practices
  • Focuses on protecting the rights of research participants, enhancing research validity, and maintaining scientific/academic integrity

Literary Theories

  • Literary theory is a school of thought or style of literary analysis that helps readers critique the ideas and principles of literature.
  • Similar to hermeneutics, it's applied to interpreting literature.
  • Formalism analyzes literature based on its language, technical skills, and elements to determine artistic merit.

Literary Theory Examples

  • Feminism: A literary movement focused on gender studies, gaining popularity in the mid-20th century.
  • Historical: Looks beyond the literature itself to understand the historical/cultural context of its creation.
  • Marxist: Examines literature through the lens of class relations and socialist ideals.
  • Moralist: An approach that assesses literature through moral values and family/relationship dynamics.
  • Reader-Response: This approach suggests readers' interpretation is equally critical to understanding the text itself.

The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant

  • Summary: A short story about Mathilde's pride, greed, and the consequences of misplaced values.
  • Author: Guy de Maupassant, a French author.

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