Dr.M.Mazumdar

A lyric is a verse or poem that is expected of being sung to the accompaniment of a musical instrument like lyre. Lyrical poetry is one of the earliest forms of literature. It expresses intense personal emotion. Lyrical poetry expresses the thoughts and feelings of the poet and is sometimes contrasted with narrative poetry and verse drama, which relate events in the form of a story. Elegies, odes, and sonnets are all important kinds of lyrical poetry. Lyrics are often spoken in the first person.

A novella is a literary genre of written fiction. It originates from an Italian word "novella" which means a piece of news or tale. It is the middle ground between between a novel and a short story. It is a piece of fiction or narrative prose fiction whose length is shorter than most novels but longer than most novels. It is also considered to be less complex than novel. The narrative in a novella is expected to be quite well-structured. The tone in the novella may be realistic or satiric. It usually focusses on one incident with a few characters. The location or setting may be generally just one place. The subplots may be fewer. The subjects may be horror, science fiction, romance, etc. An example of a novella is "Animal Farm" by George Orwell.

DSC 101 ENGLISH Full Marks - 20 1. Attempt any 5 of the following questions - 5x2= 10 a) Write the name of 2 metaphysical poets?  b) How many flowers did Wordsworth see at a glance in the poem "The Daffodils"? Why did the poet compare himself with cloud? c) What kind of poem " My Last Duchess" is ? Write the name of the 2 imaginary artists mentioned in this poem ?  d) What is the tradition of Elizabethan Sonnets? Write the name of 2 Elizabethan Sonneters? e) Write 2 features of Romantic poetry?  f) Who write "Paradise Lost" ? When it was published?  g) Write the name of 2 poems of John Keats?  The line" Beauty is truth, truth is beauty" has been taken from Which poem ?  h) What do you understand by " Jocund Company" and Pensive mood" ? 2. Attempt any one of the following questions?  10x1= 10 a) Write a Critical Appreciation of the poem " The Daffodils" by William Wordsworth? b) Discuss"My Last Duchess" as a dram...

1. Vladimir moves with "short, stiff strides, with legs apart” – What does it signify?  Ans: - Vladimir suffers from the enlargement of the prostate gland- a complaint common in old age. His gait reminds us of the king of comedy, Charlie Chaplin. Again, Vladimir's movement with "short, stiff strides, with legs apart" signifies his physical discomfort and unease. It also suggests a sense of tension and urgency, reflecting his impatience and restlessness as he waits for Godot. This physical portrayal emphasizes the existential themes of the play, conveying the characters' struggle with the human condition and their search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless world. 2. "Certainly they beat me”- Who is beaten by and by whom? Ans: - In Samuel Beckett's play "Waiting for Godot," the character named Lucky says the line, "Certainly they beat me" in reference to being physically beaten by his master, Pozzo, and Pozzo's assistant. The bea...

Questions Paper  Internal Examination 2023 TDC 3rd Semester  Full Marks - 20  1. Write the answers of any 4 of the following -  a) How many pilots died in the play "All My Sons"?  b) Who is the "captain" in the poem "O Captain! My Captain"?  c) How old is lady Lazarus? d) He is all __ and I am apple orchards ( fill the blank) e) In Which season does the mending of the wall take place? f) Who is Ann Deever? g) Which country does Emily Dickinson belong to ?  2. Attempt any two of the following questions- 8x2= 16 a) Discuss the major themes of the poem "O Captain! My Captain"?  b) Discuss the summary of "Mending Wall"?  c) Discuss the character of Chris Keller in the play "All My Sons"?

1. Critical Summary "The Canonization" is a metaphysical poem by John Donne. It explores the theme of love and spiritual connection, challenging societal norms. The speaker defends his love, arguing that their relationship transcends worldly concerns. Donne uses rich imagery and paradoxes to convey the intensity of their love, ultimately suggesting that their union is sacred and deserving of canonization, or recognition as a saintly ideal. The poem reflects Donne's complex metaphysical style and his exploration of the interplay between physical and spiritual aspects of love. In "The Canonization," Donne employs wit, conceit, and a blend of religious and secular imagery. The poem begins with a defense of the lovers' right to be left alone, asserting that their love is so extraordinary that it should not be subject to conventional judgments. The speaker presents a series of paradoxes, contrasting elements to emphasize the uniqueness and intensity of their rela...

Metaphysical is a philosophical concept used in literature to describe the things that are beyond the description of physical existence. It is intended to elucidate the fundamental nature of being and the world and is often used in the form of argument to describe the intellectual or emotional state an individual goes through. It is deliberately inserted to make the audience think about the things they had never imagined. Although it is often considered a complex phenomenon, it however, plays a pivotal role in advancing the idea of the text. In literature, metaphysical is often used with poetry. It is a type of poetry written during the seventeenth century. Etymologically, “metaphysical” is a combination of two words ‘meta’ and ‘physical.’ The meanings are clear that it deals with the things that are beyond this the existence of the physical world. The term “metaphysical poets” was first used by Samuel Johnson (1744). The hallmark of their poetry is the metaphysical conceit, a relianc...

1. Write a brief note on the Elizabethan Sonnet Tradition. 2. Briefly discuss Chaucer's contribution to English poetry. 3. Briefly comment on Chaunticleer's dream.

1. Write a brief note on the Pre Shakespearean Drama. 2. Discuss "Doctor Faustus" as a Morality play. 3. What are Morality plays? Discuss. 4. Discuss the characteristics of Absurd Plays. 5. Discuss the style or technique used in "Waiting for Godot".

IDC 101 1. Write short notes on the following : Ode, Sonnet, Allegory, Simile, Metaphor. 3. What are the five stages of Freytag's Pyramid. 4. Define lyric.

SEC 101 - 1. Write a brief note about the importance of listening. 2. Discuss the concept and features of Assertive Skills. 3. Define Interview Skills. 4. What is the necessity of Teamwork? 5. Add suffixes to "accident" and "photograph" and form new meaningful words

                             M. C. Das College                               DSM 101, English                                 Unit Test 2023                                   Marks:- 20 Answer of the following questions (any three):- 3x5=15 1. Why does Caesar’s Will have such a powerful influence on the Plebians? 2. Discuss the major themes used in Elizabethan drama. 3. Write a brief note on the Elizabethan Sonnet tradition. 4. Briefly discuss any two themes of ‘Tom Jones'. 5. Write a critical appreciation of William Shakespeare's "Sonnet 116". Answer the following questions in just one line (any five):- 1x5=5 1. What is the meaning of Amoretti? 2. What is the theme of Amorett...

TDC 3rd Semester - 1. Write a critical appreciation of Robert Frost's poem, "The Road Not Taken". 2. Give a brief summary of the poem, "Mending Wall" by Robert Frost. 3. How does Booker T Washington aim to lift his race out of poverty? 4. How is the soul personified in the poem "The Soul Selects Her Own Society".

TDC 5th Semester September23 Unit Test Marks 20 1. Write a brief note on the Elizabethan Sonnet Tradition. 2. Write a critical appreciation of Shakespeare's "Sonnet 116". 3. How does Booker T Washington aim to lift his race out of poverty? 4. How is the soul personified in "The Soul Selects her Own Society".

1. What are Flavius and Murellus angry about at the beginning of the play? Ans:- Flavius and Murellus are initially angry because they see a number of commoners neglecting their work. They learn that the commoners are celebrating Caesar’s defeat of his archrival Pompey. Flavius and Murellus wonder why Pompey’s death should be considered a good thing, considering the people of Rome used to adore him. They are upset that the people turned their affections so quickly to Caesar, and that Caesar is becoming too self-important. Even though Flavius and Murellus do not appear again in the play, they are the first to voice the distrust of Caesar that eventually leads to his murder later in the play. 2. Why does Caesar decide to go to the Senate despite his wife’s warnings? Ans:- Caesar goes to the Senate because his ambition surpasses his desire to comfort his wife. After Calpurnia’s terrifying nightmare that portends Caesar’s assassination, Caesar initially agrees to stay home, despite his bel...

1. Write a summary of the essay. A:- The essay "On Saying Please" by A.G. Gardiner discusses the importance of being polite. The author argues that politeness is an age-old tradition that is essential for a well-functioning society. He says that politeness is not just about being courteous, but also about being kind and considerate to others. Gardiner also argues that politeness is contagious and that being polite can make others more polite in return. The author begins the essay by telling the story of a liftman who threw a passenger out of the lift because the passenger didn't say "please." Gardiner argues that the liftman's behavior was rude and uncalled for. He says that bad behavior should not be condoned, even if it is not illegal. Gardiner then goes on to discuss the importance of politeness in society. He says that politeness helps to smooth out the rough edges of everyday interactions. It also helps to build relationships and create a sense of commu...

Q.1. I will arise and go now.... Who is the ‘I’ here and where does he want to go?  Ans: The ‘I’ here is the poet, W.B. Yeats. He wants to go to Innisfree. Q.2. What is Innisfree? Ans: Innisfree is an island. To the poet it is a place of natural beauty. Q.3. Of what the poet wants to build his cabin? Ans: The poet wants to build his cabin of clay and wattles.  Q.4. How does the poet want to live at Innisfree? Ans:- The poet wants to live alone at Innisfree.  Q.5. What does the poet hope to get at Innisfree? Ans: At Innisfree the poet hopes to get some peace. Q.6. How are the midnights and noon at Innisfree? Ans: The midnight at Innisfree is full of faint line. The noontime there is full of purple glow.  Q.7. Why does the poet want to go to Innisfree? Ans: The poet wants to go to Innisfree because he hopes to get some peace there. Q.8. What will he grow in Innisfree? Ans: In Innisfree the poet will grow nine rows of beams. He will also keep a hive of bees. Q.9.(a) Who...

1. When was Everyman written? Ans:- Everyman was written in England during the 1400s as "The Summoning of Everyman", commonly known as "Everyman". 2. What is the genre of Everyman? Ans:- Everyman is a Christian morality play. 3. What are Morality plays? Ans:- Morality plays were vernacular dramas, spoken in the language of the people, rather than the Latin language used in the Church. They were meant to be seen by the common people. Like other morality plays, "Everyman" is an allegory. The lessons being relayed are taught by allegorical characters, each one representing an abstract concept such as good deeds, material possessions, and knowledge. 4. Comment on the Basic Plot of Everyman? Ans:- God decides that Everyman, a character who represents an average, everyday human has become too obsessed with wealth and material possessions. Therefore, Everyman must be taught a lesson in piety. And so Death came to him as character to teach him a lesson. 5.What did...