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When did the Romantic movement in English literature begin?
Around the late 18th century, with the publication of Lyrical Ballads in 1798.
What did the Romantics value more: reason or emotion?
They valued emotion, imagination, and individuality.
Which historical event inspired many Romantic writers
The French Revolution of 1789.
Who wrote the poem My Soul is Dark?
Lord Byron.
What is the main feeling expressed in My Soul is Dark?
Deep sadness and grief.
What does Byron ask the musician to do in My Soul is Dark?
To play the harp to ease his sorrow.
Who is called a “Byronic hero”?
: A proud, passionate, and lonely character, often based on Byron himself
Which Romantic poet is known for radical ideas and idealism?
Percy Bysshe Shelley.
In Ode to the West Wind, what does the wind symbolize for Shelley?
Power, change, and renewal.
Which novel by Mary Shelley mixes Gothic and Romantic elements?
Frankenstein.
Who is the founder of the historical novel?
Sir Walter Scott.
What is one main feature of Romantic literature?
Love of nature and strong personal emotion.
