MEG 12 Solved Assignment 2020- 21

 

MEG 12

A Survey Course in 20th Century Canadian Literature

Solved Assignment 2020- 21

 

 

Max. Marks: 100

 

Attempt all TEN questions and answer each question in approximately 500 words.

 

1. What are some major concerns that dominate 20th century Canadian Literature? Give a reasoned answer. 10

2. Write a detailed note on the different stages of Canadian history from the First Settlers to the present times. 10

3. Atwood and Ondaatje are major novelists who have also made a mark as poets. Discuss their contribution to both genres from your study of their novels/poems in your course. 10

4. Write a detailed note on the main character of the novel Surfacing. 10

5. Through the story of the Lacasse family, Gabrielle Roy presents a picture of the poor inhabitants of Montreal. Discuss. 10

6. Love and war are interconnected in The English Patient. Discuss with examples from the novel. 10

7. Attempt a critical appreciation of “Swimming Lessons” by Rohinton Mistry. 10

8. With reference to “The Door I Shut Behind Me” discuss whether immigrants lead a “Trishanku” like existence. 10

9. The Ecstasy of Rita Joe is a hard hitting criticism of Canadian society. Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer. 10

10. Comment on Northrop Frye's ‘Anatomy of Criticism’ as a major critical text. 10

 

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