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A list of some famous American writers

  A list of some famous American writers 1.        Benjamin Franklin : Benjamin Franklin was a British American polymath and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He Was Born in October 18, 1785 .Franklin was a leading writer, printer, political philosopher, politician, Freemason, postmaster, scientist, inventor, humorist, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat. 2.        Mark Twain : Samuel Langhorne known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.He was born in November 30, 1835 and He was lauded as the "greatest humorist the United States has produced, and William Faulkner called him "the father of American literature”. 3.        Edgar Allan poe: Edgar Allan Poe   was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic. He was born in   January 19, .Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as a central figur

5 most important question and answer of english Literature often asked in oral and viva tests

5 most important question and answer of english Literature often asked in oral and viva tests 1. What is literature? Answer:   Literally literature means 'things made from letters'. By definition, it is the art of writings in prose or poetry possessing excellence and value by virtue of their imaginative depiction of life. Literature is always the mirror of the age. Actually literature is the finest criticism of life. 2. What is linguistics? Answer: The science of language that systematically studies the elements of language. He principles branches of linguistics are phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics. 3. Who is regarded as the father of English poetry?   Answer: Geoffrey Chaucer. 4. What is poetry?   Answer: An imaginative  or fictitious composition in verse. The word poetry has came from the Greek word Poieein which means 'to make'. According to William Wordsworth " Poetry is th spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings ..... recollected in tranquility.&

Multiple choice questions on william shakespeare- English literature

  About William Shakespeare William Shakespeare was an English Playrighter ,poet, and actor. He Known widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language an the worlds greatest dramatist. He is often called England`s National poet and the Bard of Avon. Titles: National Poet of England The greatest dramatist The greatest superstar of the world King without crown The bard of Avon Other Details: Birth Place: Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England. Date Of Birth: 26 April 1564. Occupation:   Playright, poet, Actor. Died: 23 April 1616 Important MCQ on William Shakespeare and Answer: 1-15 Willaim Shakespeare was born in- A. 1564 B. 1563 C. 1567 D. 1556 Answer: A William Shakespeare birth country? A. France B. China C. England D. Italy Answer: C William Shakespeare Title A.       National poet of England B.       National poet of India C.       National poet of Italy D.      National poet of Ireland Answer: A