Naturalism and Realism in Literature

The video explores the literary movements of realism and naturalism, both emerging in the 19th century. Realism focuses on depicting everyday life and society without idealization, emphasizing the mundane and complex aspects of human behavior. Naturalism, an extension of realism, is influenced by scientific principles like Darwinian evolution and determinism, viewing human behavior as determined by environmental, social, and hereditary factors. The video highlights philosophical, subject matter, and narrative style differences between the two, with realism focusing on middle-class life and moral complexities, while naturalism often portrays extreme situations and life's harsher realities.

What century did realism and naturalism emerge as literary movements?

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

• 21st century

What is the primary aim of realism in literature?

• To explore fantasy worlds

• To focus on romantic subjectivity

• To depict everyday life without idealization

• To idealize everyday life

Which scientific principles influence naturalism?

• Darwinian evolution and determinism

• Quantum mechanics

• String theory

• Newtonian physics

Which literary movement is more likely to have a pessimistic view of life?

• Modernism

• Naturalism

• Realism

• Romanticism

How does realism approach the depiction of life?

• With a focus on fantasy

• Accurately and objectively

• With a focus on supernatural elements

• With an overarching philosophical framework

What does naturalism emphasize in its philosophical approach?

• The power of individual choice

• The influence of environment and heredity

• The role of supernatural forces

• The importance of idealization

What is a common subject matter for realism?

• Fantasy worlds

• Middle-class life

• Supernatural events

• Historical battles

What type of situations does naturalism typically explore?

• Extreme situations

• Utopian societies

• Everyday mundane life

• Mythical adventures

What is a common theme in naturalism's exploration of human behavior?

• The struggle for survival

• The influence of supernatural forces

• The pursuit of happiness

• The triumph of the human spirit

How does realism typically develop its narrative style?

• With a humorous tone

• With a focus on abstract concepts

• With a focus on poetic language

• With detailed objective descriptions