Exploring American Literary Romanticism

What does literary Romanticism primarily react against?

• The concept of modern love

• The Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution

• The development of urban societies

• The rise of science fiction literature

What is NOT a characteristic of American Literary Romanticism?

• Nature

• Imagination

• Individualism

• Collectivism

In American Literary Romanticism, who are considered the heroes?

• The elite and educated

• Mythical creatures

• The common man

• Foreign explorers

What role did imagination play in Romantic literature?

• To critique political systems

• To document historical events accurately

• To enforce societal norms

• To provide escapism and explore creativity

How did Romantics view nature?

• As a backdrop for historical events

• As a resource to be exploited

• As an obstacle to human progress

• As a source of truth and beauty