Pride and Prejudice explores themes of love, class, and the importance of first impressions. True or false?
True
During which period did Jane Austen write?
She wrote during the Georgian period
How could we describe Jane Austen's style of writing?
She used simple language, satire and wit
"I certainly have not the talent which some people possess, of conversing easily with those I have never seen before" Where can we find this quote?
Pride and Prejudice
How could we describe Hawthorne's style?
Dark Romanticism, master of allegory and symbolism
Where was Hawthorne born and during which time did he write?
He was born in Salem and he wrote during the 19th century
Nathaniel Hawthorne's writing often delves into the moral dilemmas and inner conflicts of his characters, highlighting the theme of
Self-discovery and inner torment
What does the Scaffold symbolise in The Scarlet Letter?
Sin and crime, confession and freedom
Where was Mark Twain from? When was he born?
He was born in Missouri in 1835
What is the main Characteristic of Twain's writing style?
Humour, Regionalism, Local colour, Realism
How is The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County structured?
It is a frame narrative and a tall tale
What are the characteristics of a tall tale?
Hyperbole, understatement, local Colour, Humour and satire
Hawthorne's style often includes the use of dark and symbolic settings, creating a sense of mystery and foreboding. Which term best describes this aspect of his style?
Gothic
"Daisy Miller" is set in which European city, where much of the novella's action takes place?
Rome, Italy
