Study of Italian literary texts

Study of Italian literary texts

Understanding Literary Texts

• Comprehend the meaning and context of main Italian literary texts.
• Track trends and patterns, links and contrasts in selected Italian texts.
• Interpret the use of language, style and form in literary works.
• Analyse the impact of societal, historical, and cultural influences on Italian literature.

Critical Analysis

• Develop a critical appreciation of Italian literature and express it coherently.
• Identify and illustrate the use of literary devices such as symbolism, metaphor, irony.
• Develop insights into the characterisation, structure, and themes in Italian texts.

In-depth Text Analysis

• Demonstrate knowledgeable and sensitive textual analysis.
• Evaluate the relationship between context, content and style in literary works.
• Analyse how characters are created, developed and function in a literary text.

Comparative Analysis

• Analyse two or more texts in conjunction with one another.
• Understand the complex ways in which texts can relate to, influence, and contrast each other.
• Demonstrate close reading skills and a deep understanding of textual interplay.

Written Expression

• Demonstrate accuracy in Italian language usage.
• Show the ability to write a well-structured essay, including an introduction, main body, and conclusion.
• Use a wide range of vocabulary and a variety of sentence structures to express ideas effectively.