Romanticism in Latin American Literature
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What primary feeling did Romanticism in literature emphasize over Enlightenment rationalism?

  • Emotion (correct)
  • Scientific analysis
  • Collective duty
  • Traditionalism

    • Which characteristic of Romanticism in Latin America reflects a social critique and personal struggles?

  • Individualism (correct)
  • Emphasis on logic
  • Rational discourse
  • Idealization of landscapes

    • How did the political context of Latin America influence Romanticism?

  • By inspiring national identities and highlighting power conflicts (correct)
  • By diminishing national pride in favor of European ideals
  • By promoting monarchies and loyalty to the ruling class
  • By prioritizing traditional norms over independence movements

    • Which aspect of nature did Romantic writers in Latin America find to be a significant source of inspiration?

    <p>Emotional connections with the landscape (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of political thought did Romanticism align with in Latin America?

    <p>Liberalism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic defines the Romanticismo Social period?

    <p>Emphasis on social progress and national identity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which genre is primarily focused on the expression of romantic sensibility?

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

    What themes are commonly found in Romanticismo Sentimental?

    <p>Impossibility or idealization of love. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary form includes narratives about typical characters or historical figures?

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

    In what way did the essay function during the Romantic period?

    <p>It created public opinion and discussed social issues. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Romanticismo Social

    A period of Hispanic American Romanticism (1830-1860) emphasizing social progress, national identity, and individual expression in love.

    Romanticismo Sentimental

    A period of Hispanic American Romanticism (1860-1890) focusing on impossible/idealized love, historical narratives, and emotional expression.

    Romantic Narrative Genre

    A Romantic literary genre predominantly featuring sentimental love stories, often linked to historical or cultural narratives.

    Descriptive Poetry

    A type of Romantic poetry focusing on the description of landscapes.

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    Sentiment Poetry

    Romantic poetry emphasizing feelings, ideal/impossible love, fantasy, and the struggles of characters.

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    Romanticism origins

    A late 18th-century European intellectual and artistic movement emphasizing emotion, imagination, and individualism.

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    Romantic Period in Latin America's context

    Latin American Romanticism was shaped by independence movements, struggles for national identity, and clashes with social norms.

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    Romanticism's focus in Latin America

    Latin American Romanticism prioritized individualism, irrational thoughts, idealized love, and the beauty of nature.

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    Romanticism's political stance

    In line with liberal ideas, opposing monarchies and elites; aligning with independence movements.

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    Key time period of Latin American Independence

    Roughly 1788 to 1898, marked by several conflicts and declarations of independence, followed by subsequent wars.

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