We study literature through different genres of work (poetry, playwrights, novels, etc.) from different time periods and backgrounds. We do this because it is essential towards developing a better understanding with the world around us, and how the human race shares a common thought despite a variety of upbringings. TTTC helps us study the thoughts of soldiers who are forced into war, rather than those who join willingly. Their inner conflicts and humanity are tested, and this is seen through the eyes of an actual war veteran instead of societal expectations of a soldier.

2. How are we affected by literary texts in various ways? How are we impacted by TTTC?
Literary texts allows readers to understand that there are multiple layers to every situation--whether it be cultural background, government, or society. Through TTTC, readers are given the opportunity to view soldiers and war in a different light, and are able to understand the emotional value behind story-telling.

3. In what ways is meaning constructed, negotiated, expressed and interpreted in TTTC?
TTTC establishes the sense of truth throughout the entire novel, but also gives hints that there is a possibility that every story is fiction. This allows readers to take in the emotional layers to each story rather than the face value of entertainment. TTTC explores the loss of innocence, societal expectations of a soldier, the truth of courage and morale, trauma of war, and brotherhood.

4. How does the structure of style of TTTC affect its meaning?
The style of TTTC gives readers a sense of security and an itch to know whether or not the stories are true. O'Brien's straightforwardness almost confuses the readers, but also provides insight on the importance of trust and emotions. He gives readers the room to form their own opinions on war, the soldiers, and the actual stories he writes, outside of the usual standard.

The structure or style of text reflects the inner thoughts and intentions of the character. For example, when Morrison writes in the perspective of Sethe's stream of consciousness, readers are able to see how obsessive her behavior becomes. Further, when Morrison shifts from character to character, the audience is given insight on how experiences affect others in different ways. During the shifts of the four horsemen, the audience could view how some of the four viewed the slaves as profit whereas others saw them as guinea pigs almost--adding onto the depiction of how slavery is dehumanization. With the use of analepsis and prolepsis, the audience knows that the past and the present are directly related in the sense that the characters are still being affected by the past in their current present.

Time and Space

Without the historical context of a literary text, the general theme of the text has the likely possibility of being misinterpreted. In Beloved, without the context of Margaret Garner, the audience may be confused on how or why Morrison chose to write Sethe's actions and thoughts. Moreover, without the details of slavery in a historical sense, the escaping allusions through the book would not help the reader realize the importance of scenes such as the capturing of Sethe and her children.

The cultural and historical context surrounding the production and reception of a literary text is significantly important knowledge because it often hints as to why the author chooses to write about a certain topic or theme.

2. How do we approach literary texts from different times and cultures to our own?
In order to understand the context behind literary texts that are different from our own, we must do extensive research on the background of the author. We should put ourselves in the shoes of their past and their upbringing.

3. To what extent do literary texts offer insight into another culture?
Literary texts can give insight on one individual's experiences, but they do not speak for everyone from the same background. To gain better insight, it is more beneficial to read more stories and pieces from another author who has the same culture or background.

4. How does the meaning and impact of a literary text change over time?
Since the world is forever changing, we must take some pieces with a grain of salt. Some pieces are outdated and are written from a view that no longer is excepted in modern society. However, this can be seen as the complete opposite. Some literary pieces may be from years ago, but still apply to today's society. Hence, why the impact is even greater--it provides incentive to further change or upkeep certain views.

5. How do literary texts reflect, represent or form a part of cultural practices?
Literary authors are write with a purpose they are passionate about. Backgrounds and cultural experiences have a large impact on people and how they see the world. Thus, proving influential to authors as well--which can be seen in their work.

6. How does language represent social distinctions and identities? 
Details in language can affect the writing as a whole. For example, addressing someone who is older or wiser with a respectful vocative, one demonstrates acknowledgement on the difference between the two.

Chronicle offers insight into Columbian culture by showcasing how a society behaves, to an extent, with the implementations of machismo, honor, and colonialism. Men are often seen with higher regard, and a woman's virginity is seen to outweigh any other feature of their person. The importance of honor is seen especially in familial structure, where one individual's poise represents the family's. As for colonialism, the effects of this can be seen in how the Arabs are viewed as different from the masses.