21st 2ND QUARTER Flashcards
What does world literature refer to?
Literature with outstanding characteristic from different nationalities.
How are regional or national writers classified in world literature?
By their outstanding characteristics.
Which term refers to writers limited to a specific region or nation?
Local authors
Why can only a few regional or national writers be classified as belonging to World Literature?
Limited outstanding characteristics.
In what way is World Literature different from national literature?
It encompasses outstanding characteristics from various nations.
What are some prevalent themes in 21st Century World Literature?
Vampires, sorcery, space, and science fiction
Name three best sellers written by Khaled Hosseini in the past decade?
A Thousand Splendid Suns, And The Mountains Echoed, The Kite Runner
Who was the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize in Literature and for which work?
Rabindranath Tagore for Gitanjali (Song Offering)
What is the significance of Gitanjali (Song Offerings) in Rabindranath Tagore’s work?
It is a form of devotion to God
Describe Laura Esquivel’s works Between Two Fires.
An anthology of essays on life, love and food
What is Octavio Paz’s poem “Piedra del Sol” cited for?
It is unique surrealist style
What is noteworthy about Octavio Paz’s anthology of essays, “The Labyrinth of Solitude”?
Is profound analysis of Mexican society
What roles did Antoine de Saint-Exupéry play in addition to being a writer?
Pilot, poet, and writer
Which novella by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry extols the virtues of love, inner beauty, and friendship?
- The Little Prince
What famous quote is derived from The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry?
“One sees clearly only with the heart. What is essential is invisible to the eyes.”
- During which period was Nelson Mandela imprisoned due to apartheid?
1960s
Which genre is Anton Chekhov regarded as one of the greatest in?
Short story
- What are the titles of two of Anton Chekhov’s work?
The Cherry Orchard, A Marriage Proposal
What theme does The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov explore?
- Social change
What virtue does The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry extol?
Love
Give an example of a universal theme mentioned in the statement.
- Coping with tragedy
What is the significance of addressing individual struggles toward success in World Literature?
To inspire wider audiences
In the context of World Literature, what does “underdog stories” refer to?
Narratives featuring characters facing challenges of adversity
Which theme involves the exploration of ethical and compassionate values in literature?
Humanitarian values
What is a common theme associated with Cinderella stories?
Individual struggles towards success
What type of literary works are included in Chinese literature
Fiction, philosophical works, poetry, and scientific writings
What term refers to literature written over thousands of years in various Asian countries?
Pan- Asian literature
- What does the literary type of Asian writing express?
Ideologies prevalent in the era
How is the literary type of Asian writing usually determined?
By the surrounding culture of the time
What does the term “clerical script” refer to in the context of Lushi?
Writing style
What are the main categories under which some researchers divide Asian literature?
Chinese, Japanese, and Indian Literature
During which period did the Tang Dynasty rule?
618 – 907
What is the structure of a jueju poem?
Four lines with a strict tonal pattern
Which dynasty followed the Tang Dynasty?
Song Dynasty
Japanese literature is considered comparable to which major literature in terms of age and variety?
English Literature
What is Japanese literature considered in the context of oriental Literature?
A major literature
Before the introduction of writing in Japan, how were poems and odes primarily composed?
Through oral storytelling
What is the state of survival for early Japanese language literature?
Partial
What is the Mahabharata’s claim to fame in terms of length?
It is the longest poem in history.
How do Hindus generally regard the Mahabharata?
As a text about dharma and history
What is the basic form of Japanese poetry?
Tanka
During which period was the Man’yōshū produced?
Nara Period
What is the significance of the Haiku in a renga?
It sets the tone for the rest of the poem
In which anthology were Kakinomoto Hitomaro’s works included?
Man’yōshū
What is the syllable pattern of Haiku?
5-7-5
What is the significance of the family in Indian literature and drama, particularly in epics like Mahabharata and Ramayana?
It is a central theme, involving struggles and conflicts
Which of the following statements about Mahabharata is correct?
It is an Indian epic written in Sanskrit
What is the Bhagavad Gita known for?
It is a conversation on duty and righteousness
What is the Panchatantra a mixture of?
Prose and poetry
How does the length of Ramayana compare to Mahabharata
- Mahabharata is longer
