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05.04 ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Complete the Timeline of Early 20th Century American Literature by adding ONE literary title (short story,
novel, or poem) and ONE influential event for that literary title for each of the decades listed. You will also need
to explain how the two pieces are connected. You should be able to complete this as you read through the
lesson, filling in events on your timeline, however you may also use outside sources if you would like. You
should have a total of eight events on your timeline before submitting it to your instructor.
Timeline of Early 20th Century American Literature
Example: 1905–O'Henry's short story "The Gift of the Magi" contains many Biblical allusions, or references to
the Bible. In the 20th century, a writers' style and tone were often influenced by the King James Bible.