Midterm Exam
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Multiple Choice questions on American Literature after 1865
Questions on various authors and literary terms
Quotation identification from a poem
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Fill-in-the-blank questions related to literature terms and authors
Realism characteristics and key figures discussed
Mention of intersectionality and its significance in literature
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Short Essay Response prompts on Realism and Mark Twain's work
Discussion on the characteristics of Realism and how Twain's story challenges war expectations
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Analysis of the story "The Real Thing" and its American connections
Comparison of the characters in the story with the American Dream concept
Interpretation of Adams' view on the Virgin Mary and the electric dynamo
Comparison of European and American influences on art and history
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Close reading of the poem "We Wear the Mask" by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Discussion on the mood, word choice, and persona's message in the poem
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Mrs. Hale's remark implies guilt and regret for not helping Mrs. Wright
She feels she should have done more for Mrs. Wright
Realizes her role in looking out for other women
"The Yellow Wallpaper" may be a political allegory
Potentially significant symbols in the story
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Comparison of Julius McAdoo in "The Goophered Grapevine" and Mrs. Spring Fragrance
How they pursue their immediate goals
Analysis of Eliza Allen's interactions in "The Chrysanthemums"
Respect for her husband and societal expectations
Willingness to take on tasks considered "a man's job"
Dealing with financial situations independently
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Zitkala-Sa describes cultural changes forced at the missionary school
Changes in appearance, language, and behavior
School's intention behind enforcing these changes
Assimilation into Western culture
Impact on Zitk