Option 2A WW1 and its aftermath Key Terms

Fragmentation

A narrative technique that breaks the story into disjointed pieces, reflecting the chaos of memory and experience.

Imagery

Descriptive language that appeals to the senses, used to evoke emotions and create vivid mental pictures.

Trench Warfare

A type of combat in which opposing troops fight from trenches facing each other, characterized by stalemate and high casualties.

War Poetry

Poetry that reflects on the experiences, emotions, and consequences of war, often highlighting themes of loss, trauma, and disillusionment.

Fragmentation

A narrative technique that breaks the story into disjointed parts, reflecting chaos or trauma.

Memory

The mental process of recalling past experiences, often central to themes of trauma and identity in literature.

Futility of War

The concept that war is ultimately pointless and leads to unnecessary suffering and loss.

Camaraderie

The spirit of friendship and community among soldiers, often highlighted in literature about war.

Disillusionment

A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be, often reflected in post-war literature.

Fragmentation

A literary technique that breaks narrative continuity, often used in modernist texts to reflect the chaos of the post-war experience.

Imagery

Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates vivid mental pictures.

Patriotism

The emotional attachment to a nation, often expressed through pride in its achievements and sacrifices.