U6 L13 The Critical Essay Flashcards
What does the Greek root of the word ‘criticism’ mean?
discern or separate
What is Criticism the process of?
- interpreting
- analyzing
- evaluating
A common approach to criticism is to write a critical essay that answered which 3 questions?
- What does the writer say?
- How does he say it?
- What is the worth of saying it?
What question does Interpreting align with?
What does the writer say
Are all interpretations the same?
no
What does ambiguity mean?
quality of something having two or more possible meanings
What does discern mean?
to recognize/make out clearly
What question does Analyzing align with?
How does the writer say it
What does the method of analysis concentrate on?
techniques the writer uses to communicate meaning
Where can a critic find material to discuss Shakespeare’s use of words?
- plot
- characterization
- imagery
- theme
- setting
- definition of tragedy
In Hamlet, when a critic is analyzing it, what do they primarily use?
- soliloquies
- asides
- dialogue
What question does Evaluating align with?
What is the worth of saying it
What does the method of evaluation concentrate on?
the significance/value of the work
How many deaths occur from Hamlet’s plot for revenge?
8
What are the factors that contribute to a well written Critical Essay?
- familiarity with text
- limit the topic
- evidence
- organizing thoughts
- thesis statement
