English Literature

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Major Work Data Sheet

Author: Date of Publication: Source of Information for Data Sheet: Provide significant details about the author

Provide information about the period (literary, historical, philosophical, etc.)

Provide significant plot points

Identify the genre & specify how this work fits its characteristics

Draw an image or write your impressions

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Major Work Data Sheet Page 2

Identify three literary techniques and explain how they effect the work 1.

Cite / quote one example of each 1.

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Cite / quote three significant passages (use ellipses to abbreviate) 1.

Explain the significance of each passage 1.

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Major Work Data Sheet Page 3

Relationship to other characters 1. Three adjectives that describe each character 1.

Name of each significant character 1.

Purpose/function in story (for ex., specify round or flat) 1.

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Major Work Data Sheet Page 4

Describe the setting (time and place) and explain the significance

List and explain themes of the work 1.

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Identify and explain key metaphors (M), symbols (S), or motifs (F)

Write and define at least 5 vocabulary words. Provide definitions and page numbers. 1.

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Write at least 3 questions or topics for discussion. 1.

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