problem-solving, creatively thinking, and analyzing.

When reading and analyzing a text, should you restrict yourself to what the author intends?

No! Focus on what the reader can discover from the story.

Bonus Question! What is an Epithet?

special nicknames that replace the name of something

Most writers read a lot.

Yes! This means they have absorbed loads of literary trends and influences

Are examples of intertextuality obvious?

Sometimes, but other times you may need to think deeper below the surface.

Can you find proof of a writer’s intentions?

Yes by closely examining the evidence within the book., Not really. It is difficult to find out what writers intended.

What is an archetype?

A recurrent symbol in literature, A literary model

A clear one-to-one correspondence between emblem and meaning

What is an intentionalist?

Someone who intends basically every literary element in their works

Are children experienced readers?

No, children have not read enough books, No, children do not comprehend the language of reading

What is an example of a symbol?

A river representing a journey or a boundary

Should you approach works of literature with an open mind?

Yes, but dont allow the author’s views to heavily influence yours

What is intertextuality?

The relation between texts such as allusions that shape its meaning.

How does reading with a broader perspective help you?

Allows an understanding of meanings of texts from different time periods

Which of these books would you most need to meet on its level to understand it fully?

Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl

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What is reading?
Pfffft. I’ve never heard of that.
Reading/glancing at the subtitles of a movie. Duh
problem-solving, creatively thinking, and analyzing.
Nothing, give writers all the credit
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When reading and analyzing a text, should you restrict yourself to what the author intends?
No! Focus on what the reader can discover from the story.
Yes! The author normally wants their story to be without symbolism
No! Writers would respect your decision to analyze without reading the book
Yes! All authors intend every element in their works.
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Bonus Question! What is an Epithet?
the placement of two or more things side by side to show differences
when a certain word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of clauses
the part of the story where all the different plotlines are finally tied up
special nicknames that replace the name of something
4
Most writers read a lot.
Yes! This means they have memorized all Shakespeare works and the Bible.
No! They watch a lot of movies. Who needs reading when you have a TV?
No! Writers write with only their own ideas with no inspiration from others
Yes! This means they have absorbed loads of literary trends and influences
5
Are examples of intertextuality obvious?
Sometimes, but other times you may need to think deeper below the surface.
No, the author hides allusions to texts and makes the reader figure it out
Yes, the author always makes it very clear when referencing other texts
6
Can you find proof of a writer’s intentions?
Yes. Every writer writes an extensive essay explaining what was intended.
Yes by closely examining the evidence within the book.
Not really. It is difficult to find out what writers intended.
No. It is always impossible to find a writer's intentions.
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An archetype is a type of literary device.
True
False
8
What is an archetype?
A fancy word
The type of person you are
A recurrent symbol in literature
A literary model
9
Bonus question! In Kafka's Metamorphosis, what was Gregor's sister's name?
Grete
Victoria
Gretel
Violet
10
What is an allegory?
Things stand for other things on an ambiguous basis.
A literary concept for a sentence that compares two things.
It could mean multiple things but it’s clear that it means something
A clear one-to-one correspondence between emblem and meaning
11
What is an intentionalist?
Someone who reads a lot so they unknowingly copy another’s work
Someone who believes that all writers intend every literary element.
Someone who intends to read a book, but instead watches the movie
Someone who intends basically every literary element in their works
12
Are children experienced readers?
Yes, children read a lot in school
No, children have not read enough books
Yes, anybody can be an experienced reader
No, children do not comprehend the language of reading
13
What is an example of a symbol?
A simile such as “I was as hungry as a horse”
A metaphor equating one person to one specific thing.
Orwell’s Animal Farm showing the flaws in revolution.
A river representing a journey or a boundary
14
Should you approach works of literature with an open mind?
Yes, you should always think objectively and accept the author’s viewpoint
No, having an open mind never helps you in any situation.
No, having an open mind limits your ability to understand the text
Yes, but dont allow the author’s views to heavily influence yours
15
What is intertextuality?
The relation between texts such as allusions that shape its meaning.
The connection between seeing two similar characters in different texts
A concept where writers are lazy and cannot think of new ideas.
The idea that writers simply copy ideas from other writers without credit.
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Bonus Question! The class we are taking is AP Lang
False
True
17
Making a deal with the DEVIL involves…
Straying away from your moral compass
ALL
Getting something you want in return
Losing your soul
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Which of these consist of patterns?
History
Novels
Fairy Tales
ALL
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How does reading with a broader perspective help you?
You have a worse chance at succeeding in Ms. Vanscoy AP Lit class.
It helps you be a better reader by being able to read every book possible.
Are you kidding me? It doesn’t.
Allows an understanding of meanings of texts from different time periods
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The background can be more important than what is on the surface.
True
False
21
Bonus question! In Kafka's Metamorphosis, what was Gregor's job?
Stock broker
Lawyer
Traveling Salesman
Bank teller
22
Bonus question! Literacy is necessary for the AP Literature exam.
False
True
23
Bonus question! What was The Crucible about?
How to melt down metals in a crucible
The death on innocent people because of crazy catholics
The cold war
Salem Witch Trials
24
What is the title Absalom, Absalom! from?
A Greek myth
A character in the book Absalom, Absalom!
A character in the Bible
A Shakespeare character
25
Is Pochahontus a literary or historical model, or both?
Both
A literary model
A historical model
26
Does the Star Wars Trilogy have a direct or indirect connection?
Direct
Indirect
27
Do Salt to the Sea and The Book Thief have a direct or indirect connection?
Indirect
Direct
28
Which of these books would you most need to meet on its level to understand it fully?
The Fault in Our Stars
The Outsiders
The Cat in the Hat
Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl
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Symbols involve a range of possible meanings
False
True

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