Review of the Literary Movements

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What did the Romantics believe about nature?

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The Romantics viewed nature as something sacred to go to in order to purify oneself.

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What qualities did the Romantics value more than others?

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The Romantics valued youthful, innocent, and intuitive qualities.

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What was a key focus of Realism in literature?

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In Realism, writers began to look at the local manners of everyday people.

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Which of the following is NOT a branch of Romanticism: Naturalism, Transcendentalism, or Gothic?

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Naturalism is NOT a branch of Romanticism.

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What did the Rationalists believe about human potential?

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The Rationalists believed that people were able to perfect themselves.

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What is the main characteristic of Romanticism?

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Romanticism emphasizes emotion, individualism, and the glorification of nature.

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How does Realism differ from Romanticism?

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Realism focuses on depicting everyday life and society, while Romanticism emphasizes emotion and individual experience.

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What is Naturalism in literature?

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Naturalism is a literary movement that suggests that environment, heredity, and social conditions control human behavior.

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Name a famous author associated with the Romantic movement.

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William Wordsworth is a famous author associated with the Romantic movement.

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What themes are commonly found in Romantic literature?

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Common themes include nature, emotion, the sublime, and the individual experience.