William Faulkner Flashcard

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What is a major theme in Faulkner's novel "Sartoris"?

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Recurrences of the same characters, places, and themes.

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What responsibility did Faulkner take on in 1936?

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Raising Dean's daughter.

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Who was William Faulkner's great-grandfather?

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Colonel William Clark Falkner.

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Who did Faulkner give the Waco aircraft to?

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His brother, Dean.

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What did Faulkner's fame allow him to do in his personal life?

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Drink heavily.

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Define the term 'Southern Gothic' as it relates to Faulkner's work.

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A subgenre of Gothic fiction that explores social issues and cultural character in the American South.

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What narrative style is commonly used by Faulkner?

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Stream of consciousness.

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What is the significance of the setting in Faulkner's novels?

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The setting often reflects the complexities of Southern society and history.

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Name one of Faulkner's most famous works.

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"The Sound and the Fury."

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What literary technique does Faulkner frequently employ in his storytelling?

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Non-linear timelines.