El Siglo de Oro refers to the literature of which language?

El Siglo de Oro refers to the literature of which language?

• A. Spanish
• B. French
• C. Italian
• D. Portuguese

Answer: (A)

El Siglo de Oro marks a flourish of literature in the Spanish language produced in Spain during the 16th and 17th centuries. This era is defined by Spanish authors and works—Cervantes, Lope de Vega, Quevedo, Góngora, and others—who shaped novels, drama, and poetry in Spanish. The label specifically refers to Spanish-language literature from that time, rather than works in French, Italian, or Portuguese, which have their own distinct historical periods. Think of it as the high point of Spanish literary activity, with Don Quijote and a vibrant theater scene as emblematic examples.

El Siglo de Oro marks a flourish of literature in the Spanish language produced in Spain during the 16th and 17th centuries. This era is defined by Spanish authors and works—Cervantes, Lope de Vega, Quevedo, Góngora, and others—who shaped novels, drama, and poetry in Spanish. The label specifically refers to Spanish-language literature from that time, rather than works in French, Italian, or Portuguese, which have their own distinct historical periods. Think of it as the high point of Spanish literary activity, with Don Quijote and a vibrant theater scene as emblematic examples.