In her essay “The Poem as Event,” Louise M. Rosenblatt sees the reader as performing what function ?

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What are some common criticisms of literary theory ?

A. The reasoning of theory is often too circular. B. Many theories have been pushed too far into abstraction. C. Many theories are no longer accepted by their parent disciplines. D. All of the above....

Christopher Ricks would most likely DISAGREE with which of the following claims about literary theory ?

A. Literary theory often depends on esoteric knowledge to be properly understood. B. Literary theory is employed mostly by academics. C. Literary theory should not be an academic focus in English departments. D. Literary theory is the only proper way to conceptualize literary texts....

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A. A theory of practical actions developed by William James B. An idea used to guide conduct towards clear objectives C. A concept derived from the ancient Greek word pragma, meaning action D. All of the above....

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A. Elaine Showalter B. Julia Kristeva C. Lucy Irigaray D. Hélène Cixous...

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A. A reversal B. An imitation C. A satire D. A poetic metaphor...