Modern Poetry and Short Stories

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What is Modernism in literature?

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A literary movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by a break with traditional forms and an exploration of new techniques and themes.

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What are the key characteristics of Modernism?

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1. Breaks with tradition 2. Themes of alienation and disillusionment 3. No absolute truths 4. Stream of consciousness narrative style.

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What is the significance of World War I in Modernist literature?

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World War I profoundly affected Modernist writers, leading to themes of disillusionment, loss, and questioning of traditional values.

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Define 'understatement' in Modernist literature.

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A literary technique that presents something as less significant than it is, often to create irony or emphasize a point.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the literary device: 'The fog crept in like a cat.'

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Simile.

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What does 'timid and self-doubting' describe in 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock'?

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The attitude of the speaker, reflecting insecurity and hesitation.

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What is the role of themes of self-discovery in Modernist literature?

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Themes of self-discovery are often explored in Modernist literature, but they are not a defining characteristic of the movement.

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What is the meaning of 'breaks with tradition' in the context of Modernism?

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It refers to the rejection of established literary forms and conventions in favor of innovative approaches.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'no absolute truths' in Modernist thought?

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It reflects the Modernist belief that reality is subjective and that multiple perspectives can coexist.