7.3.1 - Historical Context
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Define the Oedipus Complex.
💡 Hint: Think about familial relationships.
What does the term 'unconscious' mean in Psychoanalytic criticism?
💡 Hint: Consider hidden thoughts and feelings.
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What does the term 'unconscious' refer to in Psychoanalytic criticism?
💡 Hint: Think about what you might not be aware of.
True or False: The Oedipus Complex is a freudian concept that describes a child's complex feelings towards their parents.
💡 Hint: Consider how family dynamics can affect desires.
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Critically analyze the character of Hamlet using the Oedipus Complex. What motivations can be attributed to him based on Freud's theory?
💡 Hint: Examine Hamlet's relationships closely.
Select a character from a different text and explore their motivations through the lens of psychoanalytic criticism. Include at least two key concepts.
💡 Hint: Link character actions with repressed desires.
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