8.3 - Discussions on the Relevance of Literary Criticism
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What is literary criticism?
💡 Hint: Think about the definitions we discussed.
Give one example of how literary criticism can enhance our understanding of a text.
💡 Hint: How might a critical approach uncover new meaning?
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What is the primary purpose of literary criticism?
💡 Hint: Think about what critics do with texts.
True or False: Literary criticism is a static field that does not change over time.
💡 Hint: Consider how different movements have influenced literature.
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Using two different critical perspectives, analyze a character from a well-known literary work and discuss how each perspective alters the interpretation of that character.
💡 Hint: Think about what each perspective brings to the analysis.
Select a contemporary text and discuss how it reflects current societal issues through the lens of literary criticism.
💡 Hint: Consider how modern texts mirror today's societal challenges.
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