Guide

Hello everybody! Now let's study Unit 5 together. This unit is about Canadian literature. When we talk about English literature, we usually just refer to British and American writers. Actually there are many writers in Canada, who have produced excellent stories and novels in English. Some people write in French as French is also an official language in Canada. If you read the following text carefully, you will learn a lot about the different aspects of Canadian literature: its history, the various groups of writers, their works and so. To a great extent, Canadian literature reflects the history, culture and society of Canada. As the Canadian people have their own national identity, Canadian literature also has its unique characteristics.

Are you ready for this new unit? Wait a minute. Here are some questions for you to consider before going ahead. Let's see if you know the answers.

1. Do native Canadians have their own literature?
　(a) Yes.
　(b) No.
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2. Which of the following writers is a Canadian?
　(a) Emily Bronte.
　(b) Kate Chopin.
　(c) Margaret Atwood.
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3. Is the novel The English Patient written by _______.
　(a) a British writer
　(b) a Canadian writer
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4. What is the central idea in many works of Canadian literature?
　(a) Survival.
　(b) Individualism.
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Did you get all answers right? If you want to know the correct answers, read the text and check for other information provided by this unit. The following focal points will help you to grasp the main ideas of this unit.