EN119 Study Guide - Comprehensive Final Exam Guide - Dracula, The Hobbit, Mary Shelley
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Have been doing it since beginning of humankind. Seemingly physiological trait within us to enjoy stories. Some evolutionary advantage (survival mechanism, developmental ail) Humans are social animals, we must learn to work together in groups with the help of stories. Reader must be intrigued by the story to activate social glue fxns. Stories help us process new situations, bring us to new awarenesses. Stories give us a sense of identity (evolution, culture, family history, etc. ) Communicating our history as humankind and as individuals. Stories are engaging bc humans are naturally curious. We try to relate ourselves to the stories we are told. Use stories as an outlet to enter a different world. Hp: useful bc teaches morals & an outlet to find relaxation; enjoyable bc it is relatable but yet so different, an alternate world. Visuals have a great influence on the readers interpretation.
