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Define atmosphere in literature.
The overall feeling or environment created by the setting and events.
Define mood in literature.
The emotional tone of a work; how the reader feels.
What is the function of setting as a determinant?
Setting dictates resources and opportunities available to characters, shaping their desires and actions.
What is the role of setting as a revealer of character?
A character's environment can reflect their social status, personality traits, and values.
Explain setting as an active participant.
Setting creates challenges/opportunities for characters, sometimes acting almost as a character itself.
How does setting contribute to the theme of isolation?
Desolate or remote settings can emphasize a character's loneliness or alienation.
How can setting reflect the theme of social inequality?
Contrasting settings (e.g., rich vs. poor neighborhoods) can highlight disparities and social injustices.
How does setting contribute to the theme of freedom vs. confinement?
Open, natural settings can symbolize freedom, while enclosed spaces can represent restriction.
How can setting represent the theme of decay?
Run-down or dilapidated settings can symbolize moral or physical decline.
Analyze: "The old house stood on a hill overlooking the town. Its windows were dark and empty..."
Creates a sense of isolation, decay, and foreboding. The dark windows suggest a lack of life or secrets hidden within.