The Dutchess and the Jeweller

Front

Who is Oliver Bacon?

Back

A rich Jeweler.

Front

Who is the author of 'The Duchess and The Jeweller'?

Back

Virginia Woolf.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What is the time period of Modernism?

Back

1882-1941.

Front

What motif reflects societal status in 'The Duchess and The Jeweller'?

Back

Jewels.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is a common theme in Modernist literature?

Back

Disillusionment.

Front

Define Modernism in literature.

Back

A literary movement characterized by a break from traditional forms and a focus on new techniques and perspectives.

Front

What is a motif?

Back

A recurring element that has symbolic significance in a story.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

Explain the significance of jewels in 'The Duchess and The Jeweller'.

Back

Jewels symbolize wealth, status, and the superficial nature of societal values.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What is disillusionment in the context of Modernist literature?

Back

A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be.

Front

Identify a characteristic of Modernist literature.

Back

Experimentation with narrative forms and styles.