The Literary Journey
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Which term best defines literature?

  • Writings that recognize the meanings of nature and life
  • Anything that is written
  • The preserved writings of a language or people
  • The total of written, printed or oral productions of the human mind (correct)

    • How is literature distinguished from scientific or technical works?

  • By its interpretations of nature and life
  • By its artistic forms of permanent interest
  • By its charm and power
  • By its creativeness and grace of expression (correct)

    • What is the primary focus of literature?

  • Themes of permanent and universal interest (correct)
  • The author's personality
  • Nature and life
  • Charm and power

    • What does the term 'littera' mean in Latin?

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    According to the Webster Comprehensive Dictionary, what does literature consist of?

    <p>Writings that deal with themes of permanent and universal interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

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