Practice Formalist/new Criticism (4.4.1.1.1) - Module 4: Time, Space, and Intertextual Connections
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Formalist/New Criticism

Practice - Formalist/New Criticism

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does Formalism focus on?

💡 Hint: Think about what is prioritized in analysis.

Question 2 Easy

Define 'imagery'.

💡 Hint: Consider how it enhances a text's meaning.

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Question 1

What is the main focus of Formalist Criticism?

Author's biography
Text itself
Historical context

💡 Hint: Consider where the analysis is directed.

Question 2

True or False: Formalist Criticism takes into account the author's life experiences.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the basis of textual analysis.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Choose any short poem and conduct a formalist analysis, focusing on elements like imagery, tone, and structure. Discuss how these elements contribute to the overall meaning.

💡 Hint: Pick simple language and analyze carefully.

Challenge 2 Hard

Compare a formalist reading of a poem with a historical-biographical approach. Discuss how each method influences your understanding.

💡 Hint: Think about how chosen approaches frame your understanding.

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