4.1 - Literature in Context
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Practice Questions
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What is historical context?
💡 Hint: Think about important events that shaped a society.
How can social context affect a character's actions?
💡 Hint: Consider societal expectations for different genders.
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What does historical context refer to in literature?
💡 Hint: Think of major world events that could influence literature.
True or False: Social context does not affect character behavior.
💡 Hint: Consider how societal expectations can dictate actions.
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Challenge Problems
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Create an analysis comparing two literary works that show distinct historical contexts. What themes emerge as a result of each context?
💡 Hint: Consider the aftermath of wars or social reforms as pivotal points.
Given a specific literary text, consider how changing the author’s background would affect the narrative. How would the main themes differ?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how personal experiences shape narrative focus and character development.
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