Naturalism is the idea that nature and society are indifferent to human suffering.
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What is psychological realism?
Psychological realism is the inner realities of the mind.
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Who painted the portrait of Dorian Gray
Basil
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What does the painting represent?
Dorian's soul.
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What is one example of Dorian's indifference to human suffering?
-Sybil's suicide
-Basil's death
-The blackmail and following suicide of Alan Campbell
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What are Dorian Gray's inner fears?
Dorian Gray fears becoming ugly.
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In what way did Dorian Gray's appearance change after he died?
His appearance took the place of his painting, showing his true soul, and the painting returned to how Basil originally painted it.
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When was The Picture of Dorian Gray published as a book?
1891
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What is the danger in Naturalism?
People care more for themselves than others.
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How does this novel show aspects of psychological realism?
This novel's plot revolves around the growth, progression, and actions of Dorian Gray, while still giving the reader insight into other characters.
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What is the "So What?" of The Picture of Dorian Gray?
The Picture of Dorian Gray shows the negative effects of beauty worship and encourages the reader to focus on true character.
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Who influenced Dorian Gray?
Lord Henry
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Which character is not indifferent to human suffering?
Basil
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What object did Lord Henry give Dorian Gray that changed Dorian's thoughts and views?
Lord Henry gave Dorian the book, "A Rebours.”
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Name two of the three traits of Gothic literature.
-Sudden breakouts of violence
-Unnatural/mystical elements
-Faustian deals with the devil
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What event made Dorian's painting change for the first time?
Sybil's suicide.
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How does Wilde's use of naturalism support his views on aestheticism?
Wilde uses naturalism to show that people are only focused on their own lives and physical beauty and are indifferent to others.
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What is Oscar Wilde trying to warn his readers about the dangers of his use of psychological realism?
Oscar Wilde is trying to warn his readers how fragile the human mind is and how easily influenced it is.
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What is aestheticism?
Aestheticism “was a theory of art and literature that emphasized the pursuit of beauty for its own sake, rather than to promote any political or social viewpoint.” Basically people began making one-dimentional art rather than meaningful art.