AP Spanish Literature and Culture Flashcards: Figurative language and imagery
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Define "Realismo" in a literary context.
Realismo (Realism) is a literary movement that aims to represent reality truthfully and objectively, often focusing on everyday life and social issues.
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Define "Realismo" in a literary context.
Realismo (Realism) is a literary movement that aims to represent reality truthfully and objectively, often focusing on everyday life and social issues.
What is "Naturalismo"?
Naturalismo (Naturalism) is an extreme form of Realism, portraying life with scientific objectivity and often emphasizing the influence of heredity and environment on human behavior.
Explain "Narrador omnisciente."
A "Narrador omnisciente" (omniscient narrator) is a third-person narrator who knows everything about the characters, their thoughts, feelings, and all events in the story.
What does "Ambiente" refer to in literature?
"Ambiente" refers to the physical and social setting in which a story takes place, including the time, location, and surrounding circumstances.
Define "Atmósfera" in literary analysis.
"Atmósfera" (atmosphere) refers to the prevailing mood or emotional tone of a literary work, often created through setting, imagery, and descriptive language.
What is "Diálogo"?
"Diálogo" (dialogue) is a conversational exchange between two or more characters in a literary work, revealing personality, advancing the plot, or conveying information.
Explain the literary term "Regionalismos."
"Regionalismos" refers to words, phrases, or customs characteristic of a particular region or locality, often used in literature to add authenticity and local color.
Define "Sinestesia."
"Sinestesia" (synesthesia) is a figure of speech where one sense is described in terms of another, such as "a loud color" or "a sweet sound."
According to AP guidelines, what is a key analytical skill involving characters and themes?
A key skill is to connect themes or ideas to characters, which helps in understanding how abstract concepts are embodied and developed through individual roles in a text.
How should a student explain the relationship between a text's content and its broader environment?
Students should explain how a text's content relates to sociocultural, geopolitical, or historical contexts, demonstrating an understanding of its external influences and relevance.