Romantic Period Literature Quiz

When is it generally accepted that the Romantic period "officially" began?

• 1785

• 1798

• 1800

• 1770

Which publication is credited with marking the beginning of the Romantic period?

• The Prelude

• Lyrical Ballads

• Songs of Innocence

• A Vindication of the Rights of Woman

How many distinct phases are there in the Romantic period according to the learning material?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which of the following writers is considered part of the first generation of Romantic writers?

• Lord Byron

• Percy Shelley

• Jane Austen

• John Keats

Who is NOT a member of the second generation of Romantic writers?

• Percy Shelley

• Mary Shelley

• Charles Lamb

• John Keats

When is it widely accepted that the Romantic period ended?

• With the beginning of the 19th century

• With the coronation of Queen Victoria in 1837

• With the start of World War I

• With the publication of "Lyrical Ballads" in 1798

What was the characteristic style of the period preceding the Romantic Period?

• Modernism

• Neoclassicism

• Surrealism

• Expressionism

How did the writers of the Restoration period relate to the works of the past?

• They rejected the classical writings of the ancient Greek and Romans.

• They harkened back to the classical writings of the ancient Greek and Romans.

• They focused on futuristic visions, ignoring past writings.

• They were influenced by medieval literature rather than classical works.

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What was the atmosphere like during the Romantic period, as described in the text?

• A sense of tradition and formality was dominant.

• A completely new mood and inspiration was in the air.

• There was a return to the rational thinking of the past.

• The focus was on industrial progress and technological advancements.

Which two major historical events greatly influenced the Romantic period?

• The American Revolution and the French Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution and the French Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution and World War I

• The Renaissance and the French Revolution