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What information should be included about the author when analyzing a literary text?
The author's recognition, notable works, and what they are most known for.
How can you define the theme of a literary extract?
The theme refers to the main idea or message of the text.
What is the difference between style and genre in literature?
Genre refers to how the text is written (e.g., fiction,poetry, publicistic, science fiction). Style refers to the category based on the content
What are the five main structural elements of a literary text?
exxposition, rising action, climax, falling action and resolution
How do you determine if a text has a closed-plot structure or an open-plot structure?
A closed-plot structure has a clear beginning, middle, and end. An open-plot structure has an ambiguous or unresolved ending
What is the difference between direct and indirect character portrayal?
Direct: The author explicitly describes the character; Indirect: The character’s traits are shown through actions, thoughts, and dialogue
What is the difference between a problem in a literary work and the main idea?
The problem is the central issue or conflict in the text. The main idea is the author’s stance or message about that problem
