Symbolism Flashcards
1
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When and where did Symbolism originate?
A
- France
- 1880s to early 1900s
2
Q
Who were some of the most influential playwright’s of the symbolism era?
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- Maurice Maeterlinck’s
- August Strindberg
- Alfred Jarry (early works)
3
Q
What are the qualities of symbolism?
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- anti-realistic
- intuitive
- subjective truth
- world of dreams and imagination
4
Q
What is symbolism used to represent?
A
- the true meaning of life, which is spiritual and not materialistic
5
Q
What did symbolic playwright’s seek refuge from? How?
A
- sought refuge from an insane world by creating their own ideal world
6
Q
What is symbolism in favour of?
A
- the imagination
- dreams
- metaphorical
- suggestive
7
Q
What do symbolic plays attempt to present?
A
- a higher truth which could not be expressed in words, only in symbols
8
Q
What is avoided in symbolism?
A
- social problems are avoided
- rather the realm of fantasy and allegory
9
Q
What is the structure of a symbolic play?
A
- do not use well-made play structure
10
Q
What is the structure of the plot in a symbolic play?
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- vague and obscure
- dialogue and plot are not of primary importance
11
Q
What are the characters controlled by in symbolism?
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- characters are controlled by fate
12
Q
How do music, poetry, dance and movement play a role in symbolism?
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- music, poetry, dance and exaggerated movements are integrated
13
Q
How are the atmosphere and mood created in symbolism?
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- lighting
- colour
- shapes
- lines
14
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What are the sets and scenery like in symbolism?
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- impressionistic sets and scenery
- greater visual beauty on stage
