Unit 1 Test Review

Native American literature

Types of Native American Literature

Creation MythsTrickster TalesInstructions from Spiritual mentorsOral Maps for TravelLessons

Native American Literature is an Oral Tradition

Characteristics of Native American Literature

living in harmony with the natural world.the social structure in tribes is typically

matrilineal (from the mother’s family).Tricksters – contradictory qualities

Foolish but clever Greedy but helpful Unreliable but clever

Archetypal Characters – character types that can be found in literature across different cultures

Use of: dialogue, repetition, detailed action

Colonial Literature

Slave Narratives

Portrays the culture shock of a newly captured African

Focuses criticism of the slave traders, not slave owners Focuses on the Middle Passage – journey from African to West

Indies

Includes religious and moral appeals against slaveryUse of descriptive details

Sensory details Descriptions of his own reactions Anecdotes, brief stories that support his points

Primary Sources – written by people who were either participants in or observers of the events written about

Secondary Sources – records of events written by people who were not directly involved in the events

Historical Context – ideas and details from the author’s time that influence the written work

Cultural characteristics – community life reflected in the text

Puritans

Doctrine of the Elect – Puritans believed personal salvation depends solely on the grace of God, not on individual effort.

 Puritans believed in a theocratic form of government. Government totally controlled by the Church A person must be a member of the Church to vote Without Church membership, loss of property was

possible

 Puritans believed the Bible was the supreme authority on earth.

Personal Narrative

Characteristics of a Personal Narrative

The writer relates an event, incident, or experience in his or her own life.

The personal narrative incorporates vivid descriptive details as well as the thoughts,  feelings, and reactions of the writer.

Has a clear purpose, the significance of which is clear to the reader – places the reader into the action

Is written in first personHas many relevant sensory detailsIncludes the author's feelings and thoughtsOften includes dialogue