Maharashi Dayanand University (MDU) 2009 M.A English Literature in 1550-1660 of (Previous) annual held in y, - Question Paper

Time allowed: three hours

Maximum marks: 80

Note: Candidates are needed to attempt 5 ques. in all, ques. No. one is compulsory. The candidates are needed to attempt 1 ques. from every of the 4 parts. All ques. carry equal marks.

1. Attempt 1 ques. in about 200 words from every of the subsequent 4 parts:

Part one

a) Comment on the theme of John Donne's "Relique".

b) How does Satan inspire his followers in Paradise Lost, Book 1.

Part two

c) Explain:

As flies to wanton boys are we to the gods; They kill us for their sport.

d) Comment on the role of Music in 12th Night.

e) Comment on the ending of Shakespeare's Measure for Measure.

Part three

f) Comment on the opening of Edward 2.

g) Role of Sir Epicure in The Alchemist.

Part four

h) Idealism in Thomas More's Utopia.

g) Comment on Bacon's ideas in "Of wedding and Single Life".

part A

2. "The distinctive note of Metaphysical poetry is the blend of passionate feeling and paradoxical ratiocination". How far is this remark applicable to Donne's poetry?

Or

Critically evaluate the major themes of Marvel's poetry?

3. Evaluate Milton's 'Grand Style' by referring to Paradise Lost, Book 1.

Or

Milton's Paradise Lost is an epic, classical in form but Christian in theme. explain.

part B

4. "I am more sinned against than sinning". Critically examine this statement with reference to the tragedy of King Lear.

Or

Make an analysis of King Lear in the light of Aristotle's views on the relative significance of plot and character in tragedy.

5. What is Romantic Comedy? Do you think Shakespeare's 12th Night can be called a Romantic Comedy? provide reasons for your ans.

Or

explain the element of disguise in 12th Night.

6. Comment on the significance of low comic scenes in Measure for Measure.

Or

Shakespeare's Measure for Measure is about seeming justice in conflict with the frailty of sex, about honour in the guise of the demigod Authority. explain.

part C

7. Marlow's Edward two is the tragedy of a king with sentimental weaknesses. explain.

Or

Marlow's Edward two is the best of the tragedy on English national history. explain.

8. Highlight the use of rich imagery in Ben Jonson's The Alchemist.

Or Reality versus illusion is the theme of The Alchemist. explain.

part D

9. Write a detailed note on Thomas More's philosophy in Utopia.

Or

explain the elements of Renaissance in Thomas More's Utopia?

10. What is Bacon's main contribution to the development of English Prose Style? explain by referring to a few of the essays prescribed for your study.

Or

Write a critical note on Bacon's philosophy as depicted in his essays.

Earning:   Approval pending.