Unit Two: Colonial Literature

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What motivated Olaudah Equiano to write his narrative?

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To advocate for the abolition of slavery.

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What does the phrase 'I prize thy love more than whole mines of gold' suggest about the speaker's feelings in 'To my Dear and Loving Husband'?

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The speaker values love more than material wealth.

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How does Jonathan Edwards's imagery in 'Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God' function?

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The imagery is effective because it vividly illustrates the consequences of sin.

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What key persuasive technique does Edwards use in his sermon?

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Emotional appeal.

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What is the author's purpose in writing 'To my Dear and Loving Husband'?

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To express gratitude and deep love for her husband.

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Define 'Colonial Literature'.

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Literature produced during the colonial period, often reflecting the experiences and perspectives of colonizers and the colonized.

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What is the significance of emotional appeal in persuasive writing?

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Emotional appeal aims to evoke feelings in the audience to persuade them.

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Identify a common theme in Colonial Literature.

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The struggle for identity and the impact of colonization on culture.

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What role does imagery play in literature?

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Imagery creates vivid and descriptive language that appeals to the senses, enhancing the reader's experience.

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Explain the concept of author's purpose.

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The reason an author writes a text, which can include to inform, entertain, persuade, or express feelings.