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【正文】 token that enshrines all the facets of Franklin’s diverse nature Presenting Americans today with a great hero from the past who helped establish the tradition of American Dream A good example of why Franklin is “the first American” Puritanism’s influence [a puritan document: a record of selfexamination and selfimprovement (timetable, thirteen virtues, life style)。 a convincing illustration of the Puritan ethic (being industrious, frugal and prudent)] Enlightenment spirits [an eloquent elucidation of the fact that Franklin was spokesman for enlightenment and that he represented in America all its ideas Style: simple, clear in order, direct and concise Popular, still wellread today, his values and style influenced lots of Americans Other Representatives ● Thomas Paine (17371809): American Crisis and Common Sense ● Thomas Jefferson (17431826): Declaration of Independence ● Philip Freneau (17521832)： The most important poet in the 18th century. “Father of American Poetry”. “The poet of the Revolution” The symbol of America in the Age of Enlightenment The most notable representative of dawning American nationalism in literature His poems presented Romantic spirits but his form and taste were mainly influenced by Classicism Most famous poems: “The Wild Honey Suckle” and “The Indian Burying Ground” Reflection Questions and Assignments Reflection Questions： 1 How did Franklin and his writings help the formation of the American Dream? 2 What figures of speech are used in “The Declaration of Independence”? 3 Analyze and discuss the theme, rhyme scheme and some difficult dictions in “The Wild Honey Suckle”. Assignments： 1 Discuss the influence of Puritanism in American literature, with emphasis on the elements of Puritan thought in the works of the colonial writers. 2 Compare Jonathan Edwards and Benjamin Franklin.
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