William Faulkner Flashcard

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Which military force did Faulkner join in 1918?

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British Royal Air Force

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What did Faulkner do to support his family during the 1930s and '40s?

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Accepted Hollywood screenwriting assignments

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What was Faulkner introduced to during his time in Oxford?

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Hunting

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What is the main theme explored in 'Light in August'?

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The pursuit of biological destiny and racial identity

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What was the theme of Faulkner's novel 'The Reivers'?

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Comedy of male maturation

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Who is William Faulkner?

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An American author known for his novels set in the Southern United States, exploring themes of race, identity, and the human condition.

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What literary style is Faulkner known for?

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Stream of consciousness, a narrative mode that attempts to capture the flow of thoughts and feelings.

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Name a significant award won by Faulkner.

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The Nobel Prize in Literature in 1949.

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What is the setting of most of Faulkner's works?

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The American South, particularly Mississippi.

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What is the significance of the Yoknapatawpha County in Faulkner's works?

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It is a fictional county created by Faulkner that serves as the setting for many of his stories.