Understanding Literary Terms and Subtext
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What does the term 'connotation' primarily refer to in literature?

  • The background story of a character
  • The emotional or cultural associations of a word (correct)
  • The literal meaning of a word
  • The sequence of events in a story

Which example demonstrates a negative connotation?

  • Affordable
  • Slender
  • Childlike
  • Lazy (correct)

What aspect of literature does 'subtext' refer to?

  • Messages or hints that are implied rather than stated directly (correct)
  • Background information provided explicitly to the reader
  • The chronological order of a story's events
  • Themes that are overt and obvious in the narrative

In the example of 'privilege subtext', what does the reader know that the character does not?

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What is meant by 'revelation subtext'?

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How can subtext influence a reader's experience?

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Which of the following is an example of a word that has undergone a connotation shift?

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What best defines 'nuance' in the context of literature?

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Why is recognizing nuance important for readers?

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Which of the following best illustrates the concept of nuance in advertising?

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What is a suggested method for identifying nuance in a text?

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How can synonyms affect the understanding of nuance in literature?

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What is indicated by the author's careful word choice in literature?

<p>They intend to evoke specific reactions and emotions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase captures the essence of the provided quotation about 'the mad ones'?

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What is likely the author's intention when using nuanced language?

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Flashcards

Nuance

A subtle difference in meaning, expression, or quality

Nuance in writing

Slight distinctions in word choices that create different impressions or evoke specific feelings in the reader.

Identifying Nuance

Analyzing how specific words/phrases evoke emotions and how alternate choices affect the impact

Context of Nuance

Understanding the surrounding text to fully comprehend the subtle meanings

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Emotional impact of words

How a specific word or phrase triggers a reaction from the reader

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Propaganda (in literature)

Writing with intentional emotional manipulation to influence readers

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Author's intention

What an author hopes to achieve using specific words and phrases

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Analyzing a passage

Determining the impact and emotion evoked by words in a literary passage

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Connotation

The feelings or ideas associated with a word, beyond its literal meaning.

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Subtext

The underlying meaning or message beneath the surface of a text.

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Privilege subtext

The reader knows more than the characters, often about their future.

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Revelation subtext

Hints gradually revealed in a story, foreshadowing a later truth.

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Subtext through questions

Implied questions the author wants the readers to ask.

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Nuance

Subtle shades of meaning and implication.

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Positive/negative connotation

Words with positive (relaxed) or negative (lazy) associations.

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