Characterisitcs Of Native American Literature Flashcards
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Characters
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Characters: Often use animals
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Common Thematic Ideas
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Common Thematic Ideas:
o Reverence for nature
o Worship of many gods
o Interconnectedness of man, nature, and the spiritual realm
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Literary Elements
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Literary Elements: Rely heavily on symbolism
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Writing Style
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Writing Style: Plain and easy to understand as they have been transcribed from oral tradition.
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Purpose
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Purpose: Explain natural phenomena and communicate societal ideals and expectations
