The Fantasy Tradition In American Literature by Brian Attebery - Quiz
  • 1. What genre primarily explores fantastical elements in literature?
A) Mystery
B) Fantasy
C) Biography
D) Romance
  • 2. Who is known for the theory of 'fantasy' as a genre in literature?
A) J.R.R. Tolkien
B) Brian Attebery
C) George R.R. Martin
D) C.S. Lewis
  • 3. Which of the following texts is often considered foundational for American fantasy literature?
A) To Kill a Mockingbird
B) Moby-Dick
C) The Great Gatsby
D) The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
  • 4. What term does Attebery use to describe fantastical worlds?
A) Secondary worlds
B) Dreamscapes
C) Imaginary realms
D) Surreal landscapes
  • 5. In Attebery's view, what is the role of the reader in fantasy?
A) Cynical critic
B) Uninterested bystander
C) Active participant
D) Passive observer
  • 6. Attebery discusses the relation of fantasy to which literary movement?
A) Realism
B) Postmodernism
C) Modernism
D) Romanticism
  • 7. Attebery explores the influence of which culture on American fantasy?
A) Native American
B) European
C) Asian
D) Middle Eastern
  • 8. Attebery examines the impact of which other genre on fantasy?
A) Historical fiction
B) Drama
C) Non-fiction
D) Science fiction
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