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2.1 Song of the Open Road Poetic Appreciation

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2.1 Song of the open Road Poetic Appreciation 1) Title: Song of the Open Road The title has a deeper meaning. The “open road” stands for freedom, happiness, and adventure. It is a place where everyone is equal—no rich or poor, no high or low status. The road is a symbol of new beginnings, fresh starts, and the joy of choosing your own path in life. 2) Poet: Walt Whitman This poem is written by Walt Whitman, a famous American poet, journalist, and essayist. He is often called "The Father of Free Verse" because of his unique writing style. He came from a poor family and wrote about common people and real-life struggles. His best-known work is Leaves of Grass, and his poem O Captain! My Captain! is a tribute to Abraham Lincoln. 3) Theme The main theme of this poem is freedom—freedom to live life fully and joyfully. It encourages us to step out into the world and enjoy life without worries or restrictions. The “road” is a powerful symbol of this journey. The poem also touches on ...
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HISTORY OF NOVEL

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 HISTORY OF NOVEL Fill in the Blanks (30 questions) The word novel comes from the Italian word "________". Answer: novella A novel is a long fictional prose narrative with ________ characters and settings. Answer: imagined The novel Robinson Crusoe was written by ________. Answer: Daniel Defoe The epistolary novel Pamela was written by ________. Answer: Samuel Richardson A novel written as a series of letters is called an ________ novel. Answer: epistolary Don Quixote is a well-known novel by ________. Answer: Miguel de Cervantes The author of Tom Jones is ________. Answer: Henry Fielding The Tale of Genji is considered the first novel in the world and was written in ________. Answer: Japan The author of The Tale of Genji was ________. Answer: Murasaki Shikibu A novel that traces the development of a character from youth to adulthood is called a ________. Answer: Bildungsroman The novel 1984 is a ________ novel that...
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4.1 History of Novel – 50 MCQs with answers

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  History of Novel – MCQs 1. What is the origin of the word 'novel'? a) Latin b) Greek c) Italian d) French Answer: c) Italian 2. Who is credited with writing the first novel in English? a) Samuel Richardson b) Daniel Defoe c) Geoffrey Chaucer d) John Bunyan Answer: b) Daniel Defoe 3. Which novel is considered the first English novel? a) Robinson Crusoe b) Pamela c) Don Quixote d) Gulliver's Travels Answer: a) Robinson Crusoe 4. Who wrote 'Pamela', an early English novel? a) Samuel Richardson b) Henry Fielding c) Tobias Smollett d) Laurence Sterne Answer: a) Samuel Richardson 5. Which of the following is a picaresque novel? a) Tom Jones b) Pride and Prejudice c) War and Peace d) The Great Gatsby Answer: a) Tom Jones 6. What is the primary characteristic of a Gothic novel? a) Focus on science fiction b) Emphasis on horror and mystery c) Exploration of psychological depth d) Depiction of realistic social issues Answer: b) Emph...
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XII ENGLISH PRELIMINARY QUESTION PAPER SET -11 (with answer key)

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                                   XII  ENGLISH  PRELIMINARY QUESTION PAPER                                                      SUBJECT- ENGLISH                       MARKS 80         TIME -3 Hrs ******************************************************************************** [Reading for Comprehension, Language Study, Summary, Mind Mapping] Q.    1. (A) Read the extract and complete the activities given below :                          (12 Marks) ...
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