Introduction to Early American Literature

Question 1

Which statement best describes the common experience of Indigenous peoples with the American landscape?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They felt connected to and respectful of nature.

Question 2

Which statement best describes the common experience of the colonists with the American landscape?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They struggled with harsh conditions.

Question 3

Which central ideas exist in early American literature? Choose five correct answers.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the religious beliefs of Indigenous and European people; daily life among Indigenous tribes and in British colonies; the struggle to survive long journeys and harsh landscapes; the challenge of establishing a government and enforcing laws; the desire for freedom and self-governance

Question 4

Which document would you read if you wanted to learn about early American colonists’ political views? Which document would you read if you wanted to learn about colonists’ religious views? Which document would you read if you wanted to learn about Indigenous culture?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Olaudah Equiano’s slave narrative; Thomas Paine’s speech; Bradford’s colonial account; an American Indian creation myth; the Iroquois Constitution

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