English Essentials - Next Level Knowledge - Critical Readings Approach to Essays (Stage 6, Years/Grades 11-12)

The video introduces critical readings as a method to analyze literature, emphasizing that interpretations are subjective and informed by literary theories. It explores feminist, postcolonial, and Marxist theories, providing examples like 'Wuthering Heights', 'Dreamtime', and 'Waiting for Godot'. The video concludes by suggesting other theories for further exploration.

What is the critical readings approach in analyzing texts?

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How does critical reading help in understanding literature?

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What are the main characteristics of feminist literary theory?

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How does a feminist reading of Wuthering Heights challenge patriarchal assumptions?

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What is the significance of the poem Dreamtime in postcolonial literary theory?

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Explain the concept of Marxist literary theory and its main focus.

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How do the characters Pozzo and Lucky represent class dynamics in Waiting for Godot?

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What role does the cyclical structure of Waiting for Godot play in a Marxist analysis?

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Discuss the impact of literary theories on the interpretation of texts.

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What are some other literary theories that can be applied to texts?

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