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What does the term 'connotation' primarily refer to in literature?
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?
Which example demonstrates a negative connotation?
- Affordable
- Slender
- Childlike
- Lazy (correct)
What aspect of literature does 'subtext' refer to?
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?
In the example of 'privilege subtext', what does the reader know that the character does not?
What is meant by 'revelation subtext'?
What is meant by 'revelation subtext'?
How can subtext influence a reader's experience?
How can subtext influence a reader's experience?
Which of the following is an example of a word that has undergone a connotation shift?
Which of the following is an example of a word that has undergone a connotation shift?
What best defines 'nuance' in the context of literature?
What best defines 'nuance' in the context of literature?
Why is recognizing nuance important for readers?
Why is recognizing nuance important for readers?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of nuance in advertising?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of nuance in advertising?
What is a suggested method for identifying nuance in a text?
What is a suggested method for identifying nuance in a text?
How can synonyms affect the understanding of nuance in literature?
How can synonyms affect the understanding of nuance in literature?
What is indicated by the author's careful word choice in literature?
What is indicated by the author's careful word choice in literature?
Which phrase captures the essence of the provided quotation about 'the mad ones'?
Which phrase captures the essence of the provided quotation about 'the mad ones'?
What is likely the author's intention when using nuanced language?
What is likely the author's intention when using nuanced language?
Flashcards
Nuance
Nuance
A subtle difference in meaning, expression, or quality
Nuance in writing
Nuance in writing
Slight distinctions in word choices that create different impressions or evoke specific feelings in the reader.
Identifying Nuance
Identifying Nuance
Analyzing how specific words/phrases evoke emotions and how alternate choices affect the impact
Context of Nuance
Context of Nuance
Understanding the surrounding text to fully comprehend the subtle meanings
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Emotional impact of words
Emotional impact of words
How a specific word or phrase triggers a reaction from the reader
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Propaganda (in literature)
Propaganda (in literature)
Writing with intentional emotional manipulation to influence readers
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Author's intention
Author's intention
What an author hopes to achieve using specific words and phrases
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Analyzing a passage
Analyzing a passage
Determining the impact and emotion evoked by words in a literary passage
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Connotation
Connotation
The feelings or ideas associated with a word, beyond its literal meaning.
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Subtext
Subtext
The underlying meaning or message beneath the surface of a text.
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Privilege subtext
Privilege subtext
The reader knows more than the characters, often about their future.
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Revelation subtext
Revelation subtext
Hints gradually revealed in a story, foreshadowing a later truth.
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Subtext through questions
Subtext through questions
Implied questions the author wants the readers to ask.
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Nuance
Nuance
Subtle shades of meaning and implication.
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Positive/negative connotation
Positive/negative connotation
Words with positive (relaxed) or negative (lazy) associations.
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