Q3 L2 Formalist Approach

Define formalist approach.

• The formalist approach is a method of literary analysis that prioritizes the form and structure of a text over its content or context.
• The formalist approach emphasizes the historical context of a text.
• The formalist approach disregards the text's structure and form.
• The formalist approach focuses solely on the author's biography.

Explain literature using the overall artistic value of the structure and elements of the selection.

• Literature is an artistic expression that utilizes structure and elements to convey meaning and evoke emotions.
• The structure of literature is irrelevant to its meaning.
• Literature has no connection to emotions or artistic expression.
• Literature is solely about historical events and facts.

Explain how elements specific to genre contribute to the theme of a particular literary selection.

• Genre elements have no impact on the theme.
• Character development is unrelated to genre.
• Narrative style only affects plot structure.
• Genre elements like narrative style and character archetypes enhance the theme by shaping reader perceptions and emotional responses.

What is the basic element of a story?

• Character

• Setting

• Plot

• Theme

What is a protagonist?

• A central character in a story

• The enemy of the central character

• A character that changes the story

• A character that remains the same

What is the main structure of a story?

• Character

• Setting

• Plot

• Theme

What is the central message or lesson in a story called?

• Theme

• Plot

• Character

• Setting

What does formalism or formalist approach examine?

• The text in isolation

• The author's biography

• Historical events

• Cultural influences

How do you use formalist approach in reading literature?

• A formalist approach emphasizes analyzing the text's structure, style, and literary devices.
• Interpret the text based on personal feelings and experiences.
• Analyze the moral lessons conveyed in the story.
• Focus on the author's biography and historical context.

What role does setting play in a story?

• It provides the backdrop for the events and influences the characters' actions.

• It is the same as the theme of the story.

• It is irrelevant to the plot development.

• It only serves to introduce the characters.