William Faulkner Flashcard

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What is a major theme in Faulkner's works?

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Recurrences of the same characters, places, and themes.

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Who did Faulkner give the Waco aircraft to?

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His brother, Dean.

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

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Comedy of male maturation.

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What personal freedom did Faulkner's fame allow him?

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Drink heavily.

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Which novel by Faulkner was published posthumously in 1973?

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Flags in the Dust.

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What literary technique is commonly used by Faulkner in his narratives?

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Stream of consciousness.

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What is the significance of the South in Faulkner's works?

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It serves as a backdrop for exploring themes of identity, history, and social issues.

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What does Faulkner's character development often reflect?

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The complexities of human nature and moral ambiguity.

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What is the narrative style of 'The Sound and the Fury'?

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It employs multiple perspectives and non-linear timelines.

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How does Faulkner portray time in his novels?

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As fluid and subjective, often intertwining past and present.