AP Spanish Literature and Culture Flashcards: Required works in this period
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What was the "Generación del 98"?
The "Generación del 98" was a group of Spanish writers, essayists, and poets active during the Spanish-American War, characterized by their critique of Spanish society and their search for national identity.
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What was the "Generación del 98"?
The "Generación del 98" was a group of Spanish writers, essayists, and poets active during the Spanish-American War, characterized by their critique of Spanish society and their search for national identity.
Define "Existencialismo."
Existentialism is a philosophical movement emphasizing individual existence, freedom, and responsibility, where individuals create meaning in a meaningless world.
What is "Ambigüedad" in literature?
Ambigüedad refers to the quality of being open to more than one interpretation, creating uncertainty or multiple possible meanings within a text.
Explain "Metaficción."
Metaficción is a literary device where a text self-consciously refers to itself as a fictional construct, often breaking the fourth wall or commenting on the act of storytelling.
Define "Desdoblamiento."
Desdoblamiento refers to the splitting or doubling of a character's personality or identity, often exploring themes of alter egos or fragmented selves.
What is a "Símbolo" in literature?
A símbolo is an object, person, or idea that represents something else, often a more abstract concept, adding deeper layers of meaning to a text.
Differentiate between a "narrador fidedigno" and a "narrador no fidedigno."
A narrador fidedigno is a reliable narrator whose account can be trusted, while a narrador no fidedigno is unreliable, often due to bias, mental state, or lack of knowledge.
Explain the literary technique of "Flashback."
Flashback is a literary device where the narrative temporarily shifts from the current time to an earlier point in the story, often to provide background information or context.
Describe the concept of "La dualidad del ser."
La dualidad del ser explores the inherent contradictions or opposing forces within an individual's identity, such as good versus evil, public versus private self, or reason versus emotion.
What is "La introspección" as a literary theme?
La introspección refers to the examination of one's own conscious thoughts and feelings, often leading characters to self-discovery, reflection, or internal conflict.