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What period does the Restoration Age refer to?

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The Restoration Age refers to the period in English history from 1660 to 1700.

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True or False: The Restoration Age marked the return of Charles II to the throne.

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True

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What significant event preceded the Restoration Age?

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The English Civil War.

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Fill in the blank: The Restoration Age is known for the restoration of the ______ monarchy.

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Stuart

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Which literary genre saw a rise in popularity during the Restoration Age?

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Comedy.

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Name one major prose writer from the Restoration Age.

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John Bunyan.

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What is the title of John Bunyan’s most famous work?

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The Pilgrim’s Progress.

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True or False: The Restoration Age was characterized by a focus on reason and rationality.

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True

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What type of government was established after the Restoration?

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Constitutional monarchy.

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Which social class gained prominence during the Restoration Age?

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The middle class.

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What was a common theme in Restoration literature?

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Satire.

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Fill in the blank: The ______ was an important type of theatrical performance during the Restoration.

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restoration comedy

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Who is known for the play ‘The Country Wife’?

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William Wycherley.

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What did the period see a shift towards in terms of literary style?

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More realistic and relatable characters.

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True or False: The Restoration Age saw a decline in the popularity of poetry.

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False

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What was a significant social change during the Restoration Age?

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Increased freedoms for women.

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Name one characteristic of Restoration comedy.

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Focus on sexual intrigue.

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What was the role of coffeehouses during the Restoration Age?

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They served as social and intellectual hubs.

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Fill in the blank: ______ was a prominent satirist of the Restoration Age.

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Jonathan Swift

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What is the significance of the ‘Royal Society’ established during this period?

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It promoted scientific knowledge and inquiry.

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Who wrote ‘A Tale of a Tub’?

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Jonathan Swift.

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What was a common criticism of society reflected in Restoration literature?

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Hypocrisy and moral decay.

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True or False: Prose writing became more popular than poetry during the Restoration Age.

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True

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What was the impact of the printing press during the Restoration Age?

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It facilitated the spread of literature and ideas.

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Name a prominent figure in Restoration drama other than Wycherley.
George Etherege.
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Fill in the blank: The Restoration period is often associated with the rise of ______ literature.
satirical
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What does the term 'Restoration comedy' typically refer to?
A genre of comedy characterized by its witty dialogue and sexual politics.
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Who is considered the father of the English novel during the Restoration Age?
Daniel Defoe.
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What is the title of Daniel Defoe's most famous work?
Robinson Crusoe.
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True or False: Restoration literature often reflected the complexities of human nature.
True
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Which Restoration writer is known for their essays and moral writings?
Joseph Addison.
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Fill in the blank: The literary magazine 'The ______' was co-founded by Addison and Steele.
Tatler
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What social change did the Restoration Age bring regarding women’s roles in society?
Women began to gain more visibility and influence in public life.
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Which literary device was commonly employed by Restoration writers?
Irony.
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Who was a notable female playwright during the Restoration period?
Aphra Behn.
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What was the significance of the 'Licensing Act of 1737' in relation to Restoration literature?
It imposed censorship on theatrical performances.
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True or False: Restoration literature often included elements of realism.
True
38
What is the time period of the Augustan Age in English literature?
The Augustan Age is generally considered to span from 1700 to 1745.
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Which literary genre was most prominent during the Augustan Age?
The most prominent genre was satire.
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True or False: Alexander Pope was a notable poet of the Augustan Age.
True.
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Fill in the blank: Alexander Pope is best known for his poem '__________'.
The Rape of the Lock.
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What literary characteristic is often associated with the Augustan Age?
A focus on reason, order, and clarity.
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Name one major prose writer from the Augustan Age.
Jonathan Swift.
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Which form of writing did Alexander Pope famously use in his poetry?
Heroic couplets.
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What is a key theme in the works of Augustan poets?
Critique of society and human folly.
46
True or False: The Augustan Age emphasized emotional expression over reason.
False.
47
What is the significance of the term 'Augustan' in literature?
It refers to a period of literary achievement modeled after the classical literature of ancient Rome.
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Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of Augustan literature? A) Satire B) Romanticism C) Clarity
B) Romanticism.
49
Name one of Alexander Pope's works that critiques human nature.
An Essay on Man.
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Fill in the blank: The Augustan Age is also known for its emphasis on ___________.
social commentary.
51
Who wrote 'A Modest Proposal', a satirical essay?
Jonathan Swift.
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True or False: Augustan writers often employed classical references in their works.
True.
53
What type of rhyme scheme is commonly found in Alexander Pope's poetry?
AABB.
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What was the primary influence on the literature of the Augustan Age?
Classical literature and ideals.
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Which Augustan poet is known for the phrase 'Whatever is, is right'?
Alexander Pope.
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Name a characteristic style of prose during the Augustan Age.
Periodical essays.
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Fill in the blank: The Augustan Age is marked by a balance between __________ and nature.
reason.
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True or False: The works of the Augustan Age were predominantly focused on individualism.
False.
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What is the main focus of Pope's 'The Dunciad'?
Critique of literary mediocrity and dullness.
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Which literary device is frequently used by Augustan poets?
Irony.
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Who is considered the most important satirist of the Augustan Age?
Jonathan Swift.
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Fill in the blank: Augustan literature often reflects the values of __________ society.
Enlightenment.
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What was a common subject of satire during the Augustan Age?
Politics and social issues.
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Which poem by Pope serves as a mock-epic?
The Rape of the Lock.
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True or False: The Augustan Age was characterized by a focus on nature and romantic ideals.
False.
66
What was the role of women in Augustan literature?
Women were often portrayed in traditional roles, but some writers, like Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, challenged these norms.
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Name a notable prose work from the Augustan Age that critiques society.
The Tale of a Tub by Jonathan Swift.
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Fill in the blank: The Augustan poets sought to imitate the style of __________ writers.
Roman.
69
Which literary form became popular during the Augustan Age for discussing moral and social issues?
The essay.
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Who is known for the phrase 'the proper study of mankind is man'?
Alexander Pope.
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True or False: The Augustan Age was a time of great experimentation in literary forms.
False.
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What is the significance of the term 'mock-epic' in relation to Augustan literature?
It refers to a satirical work that parodies the epic form.

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