Literature and Literary Criticism Concepts

These flashcards cover key concepts, terms, and definitions related to literature and literary criticism.

What should NOT be used as sources for literary criticism?

Free blog ads, as they are unreliable.

What is the goal of literary criticism?

Making a work popular is NOT the goal.

What does extensive reading improve?

It improves vocabulary and is done for pleasure.

What is scanning in reading?

Reading to find specific information quickly.

What is an antihero?

A character that lacks traditional heroic traits.

What literary technique is shown in stories like Snow White?

Foreshadowing.

What are literary elements?

They include theme, setting, and characters.

Who is a notable figure in biographical context and wrote 'My Last Farewell'?

Jose Rizal.

What is speculative fiction?

A genre that alters reality through fantasy or science fiction elements.

What is Twitter Poetry?

Poetry limited to only 140 characters.

What is a paradox?

A statement that contradicts itself, like 'Some are more equal than others.'

What are euphemisms?

Pleasant words that replace words that seem unpleasant.

What is a loose adaptation?

An adaptation that only loosely follows the original work.

What is self-assessment best used for?

Monitoring the quality of one's work.

What is the main idea of the poem 'Nothing Gold Can Stay'?

Beauty and innocence are fleeting.

What is the main device used in 'Nothing Gold Can Stay'?

Metaphor.

What theme is present in 'Nothing Gold Can Stay'?

Change and loss are inevitable.