英美文学-知识点小总结.docVIP

2011级英美文学专题试题 I. Define the following terms with example 1. Ballad stanza 2. Frame-work story 3. Humanism 4. Eco-criticism 5. Dramatic monologue 6. Realism II. Answer the following questions briefly What are the major functions of literature? Literature is artistic representation of human experiences through language. Artistic representation. Served as a mirror and lamp A mirror: mimetic function---- imitation of the world, reflection of the universe A Lamp: instructive function ----- teaching people to be better human beings Moral assessments and judgments Aesthetic function: beauty and en