What genres were prevalent in Early Explorer literature?

Records kept to document their voyages

What are some big events and people that define this period?

Christopher Columbus and his voyages

How did this era define American identity and the American Dream?

It set the stage for America's diversity

What unique characteristics defined this period of American literature?

Early interactions between settlers/explorers and Native Americans

What aspect of Navajo culture is implied by the first passage we reviewed?

The Navajo integrated organization into their culture

How did this era contribute towards the development of American Literature?

It marked America's beginnings as a diverse country

What genres were prevalent in Native American literature?

Mythical nature or spiritualism-based themes

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1
What genres were prevalent in Early Explorer literature?
Playwriting (to spread culture and keep themselves entertained)
Creative writing focused on defining personal style
Criticism of European governments
Records kept to document their voyages
2
What are some big events and people that define this period?
The Great Sioux War and Sitting Bull
The Renaissance and Michelangelo
Great Depression and Herbert Hoover
Christopher Columbus and his voyages
3
What art forms were most commonly associated with Native American literature?
Culinary arts
Dancing and chanting rituals
Poetry written about spiritualism
Elaborate paintings of landscapes and nature
4
How did this era define American identity and the American Dream?
It promoted patriotism and love for country
It set the stage for America's diversity
It promoted personal rights, such as Freedom of Religion
It promoted individualism and personal success
5
Who wrote With Anza to California?
Samson Occom
Pedro Font
Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo
William Bradford
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T/F: Samson Occom and William Bradford kept early records of the Plymouth colony.
True
False
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What unique characteristics defined this period of American literature?
Early interactions between settlers/explorers and Native Americans
King George's tyrannical rule over the 13 colonies
Competition between Spain and Portugal to control South America
Competition between European monarchs
8
What aspect of Navajo culture is implied by the first passage we reviewed?
The Navajo associated nature with colors to remember directions
The Navajo integrated organization into their culture
The Navajo were fascinated by colors
Navajo architecture was built to protect against nature
9
How did this era contribute towards the development of American Literature?
It demonstrated defiance against European powers
It proved that American Literature was superior to European Literature
It marked America's beginnings as a diverse country
It implied that American Literature is distinct from Mexican Literature
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What genres were prevalent in Native American literature?
Rhythmic chanting performed for entertainment
Mythical nature or spiritualism-based themes
Philosophical exploration of individuality
Analysis of tribal diplomacy

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