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EXTEND – H. Bloom on how Shakespeare invented the human

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STEP 2 Spotlight on Shakespeare's 'invention of the human'

What does the author mean with the phrase '[Shakespeare] invented the human'? Select the correct answer.

A: Shakespeare created characters that are so realistic and complex that they transcend mere representations and become archetypes of human experience.

B: Shakespeare's works provide a comprehensive and insightful analysis of human psychology.

C: Shakespeare's influence on our understanding of human nature is so profound that we now perceive ourselves through the lens of his characters.

D: Shakespeare's work reflects the evolving understanding of human consciousness during the Renaissance.

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STEP 1 A passage from the book 'Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human' by Harold Bloom

Read the passage and decide if the statements are true or false.

A: Before Shakespeare, characters in literature were static and did not undergo significant internal change.

B: Shakespeare's characters develop primarily due to external influences and circumstances.

C: Self-reflection plays a crucial role in the development of Shakespearean characters.

D: Shakespeare is unique in his ability to create a large variety of distinct and believable characters.

E: Shakespeare's three major achievements are mastery of poetry and prose, cognitive strength and influence on subsequent literature.

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