Practice Application to Texts - 7.3.4 | Unit 7: Literary Criticism and Theory | Grade 11 Studies in Language and Literature
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define the term 'unconscious' as it applies to psychoanalytic criticism.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what influences our decisions without us knowing.

Question 2

Easy

What is the Oedipus complex?

πŸ’‘ Hint: It's named after a notorious figure from Greek mythology.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does psychoanalytic criticism primarily focus on?

  • Characters' motivations
  • Author's biography
  • Narrative structure

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what drives a character’s decisions.

Question 2

True or False: The Oedipus complex illustrates a child's desire for their same-sex parent.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the myth of Oedipus.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a text, identify two characters and analyze their motivations using psychoanalytic criticism, detailing how unconscious factors might influence their actions.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look for recurring themes or symbols associated with the characters.

Question 2

Consider a contemporary novel and analyze how Freudian concepts, specifically the Oedipus complex, can be applied to the protagonist's relationships.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Investigate any societal or familial pressures influencing character behavior.

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