MEG 12 A Survey Course in 20th Century Canadian Literature Solved Assignment 2020
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.
Q.1 What are some major concerns that dominate 20th century Canadian Literature? Give a reasoned answer.
Q.2 Write a detailed note on the
different stages of Canadian history from the First Settlers to the present
times.
Q.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.
Q.4 Write a detailed note on the
main character of the novel Surfacing.
Q.5 Through the story of the
Lacasse family, Gabrielle Roy presents a picture of the poor inhabitants of
Montreal. Discuss.
Q.6 Love and war are interconnected
in The English Patient. Discuss with examples from the novel.
Q.7 Attempt a critical
appreciation of “Swimming Lessons” by Rohinton Mistry.
Q.8 With reference to “The Door I
Shut Behind Me” discuss whether immigrants lead a “Trishanku” like existence.
Q.9 The Ecstasy of Rita Joe is a
hard hitting criticism of Canadian society. Do you agree? Give reasons for your
answer.
Q.10 Comment on Northrop Frye’s
‘Anatomy of Criticism’ as a major critical text.
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