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Arbeidsark: British and American Literature — A Comparative View

Delt av Thomas Borthne-Skattum3. mai 2026

📚 British and American Literature — A Comparative View

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Complete the sentences with the correct words from the box below.

American literature emphasizes _____________ and self-discovery, while British literature focuses on social class and tradition.

British literature was shaped by monarchy and _____________, which influenced writers' perspectives on power and society.

American authors often use _____________ speech (everyday language) rather than formal, traditional language.

The American _____________ narrative celebrates adventure and exploration in wild, unsettled lands.

British modernist writers like Virginia Woolf explored the inner _____________ of their characters through experimental writing techniques.

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Write the correct letter (A–E) next to each number.

_____ Romanticism

_____ Transcendentalism

_____ Modernism

_____ Victorian Literature

_____ The American Dream

A) A 19th-century British movement emphasizing social realism, detailed plots, and moral questions

B) An American philosophical movement celebrating nature's spirituality and individual potential

C) A late 18th-century movement (British) focusing on emotion, nature, and the imagination

D) The belief that anyone can achieve success and prosperity through hard work and determination

E) An early 20th-century movement rejecting Victorian conventions and experimenting with form and psychology

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Answer in 1–2 complete sentences.

1. How did the American Revolution influence American literature differently than British literature?

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2. Name two key differences between British and American authors' use of language.

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3. What is the main focus of contemporary British and American literature mentioned in the presentation?

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