Literary Theory: A Very Short Introduction Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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Literary Theory: A Very Short Introduction Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Literature and Cultural Studies.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the primary theme of "The Sorrows of Young Werther"?
(a) Lust and jealousy.
(b) Money and power.
(c) Unrequited love.
(d) Family feuds.

2. What is the term given to literature that is routinely studied in schools and universities?
(a) Literary canon.
(b) Rhetoric.
(c) Formulaic literature.
(d) Lesson plan.

3. According to Foucault, what form of communication had power over social ideals?
(a) The newspaper.
(b) Online resources.
(c) Letters.
(d) Literature.

4. According to Culler, if society prefers to invest time in popular culture, how might classical literature be affected?
(a) It might go out of print.
(b) It would cost less.
(c) Writers may stop writing.
(d) It will become obsolete.

5. What non-fiction literary device does "Jane Eyre" mimic?
(a) An article.
(b) A biography.
(c) A diary.
(d) An autobiography.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what types of literature has cultural studies gained new attention?

2. According to Chapter 2, literature must contain ____________ in order to qualify as literature.

3. In Chapter 3, "Literature and Cultural Studies," what does the production of literature drive in society?

4. Based on "What is Theory?" which of the following words can be used to describe theory?

5. To what types of topics did Foucault attempt to give historical relevance?

(see the answer key)

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