AP Running notes (65-68)

Question 1

Bildungsroman

Answer 1

A story of the growing up of a sensitive person who looks for answers for his questions through different experiences. Generally, such a novel starts with a loss or a tragedy that disturbs the main character emotionally. He or she leaves on a journey to fill that vacuum.

Question 2

Bildungsroman

Answer 2

During the journey, the protagonist gains maturity gradually and with difficulty. The plot depicts a conflict between the protagonist and the values of society. Finally, he or she accepts these values and they are accepted by society ending the dissatisfaction.

Question 3

Illusion

Answer 3

A false illustration of something, a deceptive impression, or false belief. Something that is false.

Question 4

Free Verse

Answer 4

A literary device defined as poetry that’s free from limitations of regular meter or rhyme and does not rhyme with fixed forms.