English 11A Key Vocabulary #1: Early American Literature

English 11A Key Vocabulary #1: Early American Literature

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English

11th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RL.6.3, RI.9-10.4, W.11-12.2D

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'adapt' mean in the context of literature?

Back

To make suitable for a new use.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define 'coherent' as it relates to writing and literature.

Back

Logical and consistent; clear and intelligible.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to 'displace' something in a literary context?

Back

To cause something to move from its proper usual place.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How would you describe something that is 'dynamic'?

Back

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a 'myth' in literature?

Back

A traditional story about the early history of people that explains some natural or social phenomenon.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of 'theme' in early American literature?

Back

The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.

Tags

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Explain the term 'narrative perspective'.

Back

The viewpoint from which a story is told, influencing how the story is perceived.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

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