The Victorian Age and its Literature

What years roughly define the Victorian Age?

• 1789-1837

• 1815-1850

• 1901-1914

• 1837-1901

What was one of the major changes during the Victorian period?

• The abolition of the monarchy

• The invention of the television

• Rapid industrialization

• The start of the Renaissance

What was a central belief of Victorian society?

• Progress and reform are essential

• Material wealth is sinful

• Tradition must remain unchallenged

• Leisure is more important than work

Which of the following best represents Victorian family values?

• Individualism and independence

• Large families with strict roles

• A focus on career over family life

• Equality between all members

What is the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834 known for?

• Improving wages for workers

• Prohibiting child labor

• Providing free education

• Establishing workhouses for the poor

What movement influenced the Gothic trend in Victorian literature?

• Romanticism

• Modernism

• The Renaissance

• Realism

What is a key characteristic of Realist literature?

• Focus on myths and legends

• Idealized portrayals of heroes

• Honest depictions of everyday life

• Themes of fantasy and magic

What did Victorian authors often criticize?

• Social inequality and poverty

• The arts

• The monarchy

• The church

Which genre often uses suspense, mystery, and the supernatural?

• Realism

• Comedy

• Gothic

• Modernism

What does the term “colonialism” refer to in Victorian literature?

• Domestic life

• Industrial progress

• Religious reforms

• Exploration and control of foreign lands