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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Performative Language.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Interpretation is important in language because it can affect ______________.
(a) The meaning of a text.
(b) Who will buy the text.
(c) Its prestige.
(d) Who wrote the text.

2. What literary approach starts with a preconceived notion before offering supporting evidence to payoff that idea?
(a) Poetics.
(b) Hermeneutics.
(c) Justification.
(d) All of these.

3. Culler explains the nature of discourse on theory as _________.
(a) Dull.
(b) Predictable.
(c) Speculative.
(d) All of these.

4. English literature is known for being ____________.
(a) Sentimental.
(b) Inaccurate.
(c) Political.
(d) Pastoral.

5. Examining the time period prior to modern literature, in what fashion are these works of fiction analyzed for literary theory?
(a) Written analysis.
(b) Both written and verbal analysis.
(c) Verbal analysis.
(d) They are not analyzed.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to contemporary theorists, epic poetry has had what type of effect on culture?

2. According to Chapter 4, how many specific elements do theorists analyze when considering a word in the text?

3. What has literary theory helped add to the study of classics?

4. According to Goethe, "life devoid of passion" is ___________.

5. According to Chapter 5, what is the goal in using a metaphor?

(see the answer key)

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