English exam

English exam

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Flashcard

English

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a characteristic of Gothic literature?

Back

Gothic literature often includes elements of horror, the supernatural, and an atmosphere of mystery and dread.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the phrase 'Sylvan historian' refer to in 'Ode on a Grecian Urn'?

Back

The phrase refers to the Grecian urn itself, which tells a story through its imagery.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the theme of 'I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud'?

Back

The poem explores the connection between experience, imagination, and the power of nature.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was Matthew Arnold?

Back

Matthew Arnold was a leading poet and essayist of the Victorian era, known for his works that reflect on culture and society.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the theme of 'The Darkling Thrush'?

Back

The poem suggests that despite the decay of Western civilization, there is hope for rebirth through faith.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define Gothic literature.

Back

A genre characterized by dark settings, supernatural elements, and an emphasis on emotion and the grotesque.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the Grecian urn in Keats' poem?

Back

The urn symbolizes eternal beauty and the permanence of art compared to the transience of human life.

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