Critiquing a literary selection based on the following approaches: structuralist/formalist

A method of analyzing literature based on the author's life and experiences.

A method of analyzing literature based on the reader's personal interpretation of the work.

A method of analyzing literature based on the underlying structure and form of the work.

A method of analyzing literature based on the historical and cultural context of the work.

The gifts exchanged by the couple represent their materialistic desires.

The gifts exchanged by the couple represent their lack of understanding of each other.

The gifts exchanged by the couple represent their love and sacrifice for each other.

The gifts exchanged by the couple have no symbolic meaning.

Love and sacrifice.

Materialism and greed.

Betrayal and mistrust.

Happiness and prosperity.

The gifts exchanged by the couple cause them to break up.

The gifts exchanged by the couple are revealed to be fake.

The gifts exchanged by the couple become useless due to their sacrifices for each other.

The gifts exchanged by the couple are stolen.

A literary theory that focuses on poetic elements.

A literary theory that values language structure.

A literary theory that emphasizes historical context.

A literary theory that focuses on ethical values.

Lying is never the solution to problems.

Love and sacrifice are more important than material possessions.

Money can't buy happiness.

Appearances can be deceiving.

The story critiques the capitalist system that places value on material possessions and perpetuates economic inequality

The story suggests that true happiness comes from giving and receiving gifts

The story emphasizes the importance of sacrifice for the sake of family

The story celebrates the power of love to overcome economic hardship

The poverty of the characters is a minor detail that does not affect the main plot

The characters' poverty highlights the injustices of the capitalist system and the struggles faced by working-class people

The poverty of the characters is a result of their own poor decisions

The poverty of the characters is a temporary condition that will be resolved by the end of the story

The story suggests that true happiness comes from sacrifice and selflessness

The story warns against the dangers of greed and materialism

The story celebrates the power of love to overcome any obstacle

The story highlights the need for a more equitable distribution of wealth and the importance of valuing human relationships over material possessions

It highlights the importance of communication and compromise in relationships.

It critiques the materialism that dominates society.

It celebrates the sacrifices that men and women make for each other in relationships.

It reinforces traditional gender roles and suggests that women should prioritize their partners' needs above their own.

It suggests that love is more important than material possessions.

It celebrates the financial independence that women can achieve through hard work.

It shows that women can control their own destiny and make their own decisions.

It reinforces the idea that women are primarily valued for their appearance and their ability to serve their partners.

It encourages young women to be selfless and prioritize their partners' needs above their own.

It demonstrates that women are capable of making sacrifices for the people they love.

It highlights the importance of communication and emotional intelligence in romantic relationships.

It encourages young men to be romantic and thoughtful in their gift-giving.

It shows that men can be appreciated for more than just their financial success.

It suggests that men should be free to pursue their own goals and interests, even if it means sacrificing time with their partners.

It reinforces the idea that men are primarily valued for their financial success and their ability to provide for their partners.

Analyzing the use of metaphors in literature

Studying the historical context of literature

Examining the portrayal of gender roles and power dynamics in literature

Exploring various literary genres

By showing that women are weak and incapable of handling important tasks

By portraying a woman who defies societal expectations and takes on a masculine role

By portraying men as superior to women

By reinforcing the idea that women should conform to traditional gender roles

By reinforcing traditional gender roles

By promoting the idea that men are the only ones who can handle important tasks

By portraying women as weak and inferior to men

By showing that women are just as capable as men