Dr B R Ambedkar Open University (BROU) 2011 M.A English Meg - Question Paper

Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University
TERM END exam April- 2011

Course :Master of Arts in English(MEG)
Roll No:
Subject : American Novel (MEG-11)
Date :29/04/2011
Time :3.00 TO 6.00 PM
N.B :All ques. carry equal marks Total Marks:70


Q.1 Write a detailed note on plot and narrative technique of Black spring.

OR
Write a detailed note on the major themes of The Catcher in the Rye.


Q.2 Write a detailed note on John Barthe's philosophy of life as presented in
The Floating Opera.
OR

explain in detail how A House Made of Dawn Presents a pessimistic view of Indian culture.


Q.3 Write a detailed note on the role of the men characters of The Color Purpl.
OR
Critically evaluate The Great Gatsby as a Fable


Q.4 explain the Cooper's moral concem in his social novels
OR
Critically evaluate Sister carrie as a city novel.

Q.5 Write short notes (Any two)
(1) The structure of House made of Dawn
(2) The title – The House made of Dawn
(3) Critical analysis of The sound and the Fury
(4) The main qualities of the American Novel.

Earning:   Approval pending.