Kerala University 2005 B.A Optional English Fourth Semester il/ - exam paper
English Language and Literature - Part III
Reg. No. (Pages : 2) K 6042
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FOURTH SEMESTER B.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, APRIL/MAY 2005
(Restructured Course)
Branch : Communicative English Part III- English Language and Literature Paper VI-FICTION
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 80 Marks
I. Write an essay on any one of the following
(a) How does conrad handle the theme of imperialism ?
(b) The role and character of Marlow in Heart of Darkness.
(1 x 15 = 15 marks)
II. Attempt an essay on any one of the following
(a) Give a critical account of the feminist consciousness embedded in the novel The Dark Holds No Terrors.
(b) The revolutionary spirit in Sarita.
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III. Write an essay on any one of the following
(a) Attempt an essay on the significance of the title 'A work of Art.
(b) Write an account of the conversation between the Mummy and the onlookers. What light does it throw on the character of the Mummy.
(1 x 15 = 15 marks)
IV. Attempt any five of the following, each in about 80 words
- (a) Write a note on the female character in Heart of Darkness.
(b) The anti-colonial theme in Heart of Darkness.
(c) Madhavs reaction against parental restriction.
(d) Role of Dr. Padmakar Rao.
(e) The novel as a Pocket theatre.
(f) The principles of composition of a short story.
(g) The loose plot and organic plot.
(5 x 5 = 25 marks)
V. Answer in two or three sentences each :-
(a) Symbolic significance of the wild scenery in Heart of Darkness.
(b) Marlows altitude towards Kurtz.
(c) What does Marlow say about his childhood passion for maps ?
(d) Saras alienation from the family.
(e) Baba's response to Saru'e home coming.
(f) Saritas speech to the college girls.
(g) The death of Sarita's younger brother.
(h) Why did the mummy attack Dr. Ponnonner ?
(i) Why did Sasha want to thank the Doctor ?
(j) Where does the Candelabrum end up finally ?
(10 x 1 = 10 marks)
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