BLOQUE I Flashcards
(10 cards)
Why has literature recently gained more attention in the EFL/ESL classroom?
Literature has gained more attention in the EFL/ESL classroom since the 1980s because it helps develop important skills such as written comprehension, expression, and critical thinking. It also fosters a love for reading and cultural awareness.
How do stories contribute to children’s language learning in the classroom?
Stories help children learn language by introducing vocabulary and grammar naturally through repetition and context. They also improve listening and reading comprehension, encourage creativity, and support diverse learning needs.
What role did Aesop’s Fables play in children’s literature?
Aesop’s Fables, written around 620–564 BCE, used short animal-based stories to teach moral lessons. These tales remain influential in children’s literature today.
How did fairy tales change in the 19th century?
In the 19th century, fairy tales became more structured and widespread, with authors like the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen collecting and publishing iconic stories that combined fantasy with moral lessons.
What new themes appeared in modern tales at the end of the 19th century?
Modern tales focused on personal growth, emotions, social issues, and escapism. They introduced coming-of-age stories, strong female protagonists, and magical realism.
Which famous stories explored social issues in modern tales?
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett explored healing, while The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain addressed racial inequality.
What are common themes in children´s novels?
Common themes in children’s novels include friendship, family relationships, identity, and moral dilemmas. Many also include adventure and exploration.
Which book by Louisa May Alcott is famous for portraying the lives of four sisters?
Little Women is Louisa May Alcott’s famous book about the lives of the four March sisters as they grow up.
What type of books did Jules Verne write?
Jules Verne wrote adventure and science fiction novels that combined mystery and scientific knowledge, such as Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea.
Which author is known for humorous and imaginative children’s books like Matilda?
Roald Dahl is known for writing humorous and imaginative children’s books like Matilda, James and the Giant Peach, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
