Literary Analysis of Unamuno and Generation of '98

The video tutorial provides an overview of the class objectives, focusing on the review of realism and naturalism in literature. It introduces the Generation of '98, highlighting its historical significance and key figures like Miguel de Unamuno. The tutorial delves into Unamuno's life, his existential and spiritual struggles, and his literary contributions, particularly the novel San Manuel Bueno, Mártir. The analysis covers the novel's themes, narrative techniques, and the use of paradoxes, offering insights into the existentialist perspective and the duality of human nature.

What is the main theme explored in 'Las Medias Rojas' by Emilia Pardo Bazán?

• The struggle for independence

• The construction of gender roles

• The impact of industrialization

• The conflict between tradition and modernity

Which literary movement is associated with the Generation of '98?

• Naturalism

• Existentialism

• Realism

• Romanticism

What event significantly influenced the Generation of '98?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Spanish-American War

• The Renaissance

• The Spanish Civil War

Miguel de Unamuno is known for his paradoxical thinking. Which of the following best describes a paradox?

• An exaggerated statement

• A comparison using 'like' or 'as'

• A statement that is universally accepted as true

• A statement that contradicts itself but reveals a truth

What is the primary existential concern in 'San Manuel Bueno, mártir'?

• The pursuit of love

• The struggle with faith and doubt

• The quest for power

• The search for wealth

In 'San Manuel Bueno, mártir', what role does Ángela Carballino play?

• The village elder

• The protagonist's love interest

• The narrator and disciple

• The antagonist

What is the significance of the setting Valverde de Lucerna in 'San Manuel Bueno, mártir'?

• It is the birthplace of Miguel de Unamuno

• It is a real historical location

• It represents the industrial progress of Spain

• It symbolizes the conflict between faith and doubt

Which narrative technique is prominently used in 'San Manuel Bueno, mártir'?

• Metafiction

• Stream of consciousness

• Epistolary

• Flashback

What does the term 'agonista' refer to in Unamuno's works?

• A character who is always happy

• A character who is a villain

• A character who is a hero

• A character who suffers from existential anguish

What is the main purpose of the Generation of '98 writers?

• To promote industrialization

• To reflect on Spanish identity and its issues

• To write romantic poetry

• To support the monarchy