a. plot b. narrative techniques c. biography d. narrative prose

MEG-07

INDIAN ENGLISH LITERATURE

ASSIGNMENT 2015-2016

Question no. 5

Write short notes on:

a. plot

b. narrative techniques

c. biography

d. narrative prose

Plot

    

     Plot is a narrative account; it is constructed and composed. The author of a story has in his mind, a simple narrative account but he does things with it. He may rearrange the events in time; he may tell the end first and then relate how events led up to it, he may be biased in favour of or against some of the characters and overplay or underplay certain facts to reinforce his stand. A plot is what an author does to the simple narrative account to make it a story, to give a meaning, a purpose.

           

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Significance of music in Clear Light of Day

MEG-07

INDIAN ENGLISH LITERATURE

ASSIGNMENT 2015-2016

4. Comment on the significance of music in Clear Light of Day

Answer :

Anita Desai’s Clear light of day is dominated by sound. The novel begins with the koels singing:

             The koels began to call before daylight. Their voices rang out from the dark trees like an arrangement of bells, calling and echoing each other’s calls, mocking and enticing each other into ever higher and shriller calls. More and more joined in as the sun rose……

         

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How myth and symbolism are integral parts of Raja Rao’s fictional art in Kanthapura

MEG-07

INDIAN ENGLISH LITERATURE

ASSIGNMENT 2015-2016

3. Explain how myth and symbolism are integral parts of Raja Rao’s fictional art in Kanthapura.

Answer:

Myth is defined as an ancient traditional story of Gods or heroes, especially one offering an explanation of some facts or phenomenon. It is a story or allusion with a suggestive meaning. Myths are traditional as well as invention of poets and writers.

          

       Symbol, on other hand, ......................

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Theme of Untouchability

MEG-07
INDIAN ENGLISH LITERATURE
ASSIGNMENT 2015-2016

 2. Discuss the theme of Untouchability

Answer:

Untouchability is a novel written by Aanand, portraying the social evil Untouchability once existed in Hinduism India. The absence of the definite article ‘the’ before the title makes the novel a symbolic saga of the miserable lives of the millions of untouchables in India who are at the lowest rung of the cast-ridden Hindu society and are victims of social injustice.

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Discuss the legend behind the dance of Shiva

MEG-07
INDIAN ENGLISH LITERATURE
ASSIGNMENT 2015-2016

1. Discuss the legend behind the dance of Shiva.

Answer:

      Anand Kentish Coomaraswamy, an extraordinary art scholar and philosopher explains the image of Shiva through his essay ‘The dance of Shiva’ as the compressed embodiment of a most complex philosophical conception of the universe.

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Compare and contrast modernist and post-modernist approaches to Literature

MEG-05

Literary Criticism & Theory

5. Compare and contrast modernist and post-modernist approaches to Literature.

Answer:

Modernism is a cover term for certain tendency in early twentieth century art and literature, the motivating slogan at the back of these tendencies was "make it new’. The Waste Land of T.S Eliot and A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man of Joyce are examples of this type. The heyday of Modernism was the period between 1910 and 1930.

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Arnold draws a distinction between the private and public function of criticism” discuss

MEG-05

Literary Criticism & Theory

3. “Arnold draws a distinction between the private and public function of criticism” discuss.

  

Answer:

Mathew Arnold the world renowned poet and critic, talks at length the function of criticism in his perspective through his essay “Criticism at the Present Time”. Arnold's work as a literary critic began with the 1853 "Preface to the Poems". He explained the function of criticism in a multidimensional view that is private and public function of criticism.

           

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Raymond William’s contribution to cultural studies

MEG-05

Literary Criticism & Theory

 4. What do you understand by cultural studies? Discuss Raymond William’s contribution to cultural studies.

Ans : 

        Cultural studies is a field of theoretically, politically, and empirically engaged cultural analysis that was initially developed by British academics in the late 1950s, '60s and '70s, and has been subsequently taken up and transformed by scholars from many different disciplines around the world. The Centre for Cultural and Community Studies was set up in Birmingham in 1964. Cultural studies concentrates upon the political dynamics of contemporary culture, its historical foundations, defining traits, and conflicts.

           

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How Wollstonecraft’s work is constrained by being the product of its day and age

MEG -05, Questions 2; Use ‘An introduction ‘to demonstrate how Wollstonecraft’s work is constrained by being the product of its day and age.

ANS:

Mary Wollstonecraft was an English writer, philosopher, and advocate of women's rights. Her key work ‘A Vindication of the Rights of Woman’ is concerned with the status and right issues of women in the late 18^th century. It is an absolute product of its day and age.

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Salient features of Plato's attack on poetry

MEG-05

Literary Criticism & Theory

1. Bring out the salient features of Plato's attack on poetry.

Ans:

           Plato, the great Greek philosopher who possesses stubborn views on art, poet and poetry unleashes a series of attacks on poetry. His views and opinions are largely mentioned in his Republic. Most of the opinions of Plato are objections to poetry. Plato definitely believed that poetry had power, and that power made people want to imitate what they saw in art. This sounds bad for him because of his metaphysical beliefs

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Sunday mode

I live in a typical clay tailed village house. Rain water drips down through some of the gaps of them at the beginning of the monsoon.  I supported the ladder from the bottom and dad climbed on it to fix some expired X-rays where ever we see a gap. Dad is shorter than me and as he couldn’t reach some of the parts I had to climb and do some of the work.  

16 things to check while buying a used iPhone

Simply make sure :

1) Vibrate switch is working

 

2) Volume button is working

3) Sleep wake is button working

4) Home button is working

5) Check IMEI and know the status  

   Go to settings > General > About > IMEI

note down this number and paste it at ( iphoneox.com ) and see if it's in black list or not.(in case if it's stolen! )

6) Mic working (record your voice, open utilities and find the recorder)

7) Speaker working (play what you recorded)

8) Proximity sensor working (cover the sensor while playing the audio clip)

9) Wi-Fi working (turn on and off and make sure networks show up)

10) Blue tooth working ( same process as wifi)

11) Camera working ( take some pics)

12) CPU is working good 

Record a 10 minutes video, if the CPU has any problem, the phone will shut down and restart during the 10 minutes recording.

13) Make sure you can call! 

Insert your micro SIM card and make some calls. See if there’s any audio lagging or any problems of that sort

14) Turn off the find my iphone option 

Go to Settings > General > iCloud > Find my iphone and turn it off 

Ask the previous owner’s icloud password (if he/she has created any) because if you reset the iphone and you don’t know the icloud password, you’ll be stuck, this is very important guys.

If the previous owner hasn't done much about iCloud then there is nothing to worry. You can create an iCloud account and set it for your device.

15) Headphone jack is working 

Plug the ear pod and listen to something

16) USB jack is working

Carry your laptop and check the USB jack is OK. 

If you can’t find any  problems yet and If you’re satisfied with the scathes and all (If it has any), you're good to go! BUY...

Leave your comments if you have to know anything more.

IGNOU MA English (MEG) Solved Assignments 2014

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Students can download the IGNOU MA English Assignment question papers from the official website.IGNOU Master of Arts in English (MEG) assignments consist of a set of questions and activities that you will answer at your own place by referring your IGNOU MA English study blocks provided by IGNOU. The assignments covers all types of questions (long answer type, short answer type, objective type, multiple choice questions and case studies). The assignments carries 30% weightage. Students will be required to obtain 50% percent marks as pass percentage in each assignment separately. Each assignment will carry 100 marks. In the final result assignments will carry 30% weightage.

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How to prepare for TOEFL

1. 
   Familiarize yourself with the TOEFL format
   
   Most countries now offer the Internet based TOEFL (iBT). A few offer only the paper-based test (PBT). Make sure you find out which test you will be taking before you start studying for the TOEFL. You cannot choose to take the paper based test if your country offers the iBT. One reason people experience exam stress is because they don't know what to expect before a test. Prevent stress on exam day by studying the format of the test in detail. ETS has very clear standards about the format of their test. This is why it is called a "standardized" test.
   
2. Research TOEFL score requirements
   
   The TOEFL is required for any non-native English student who wants to go to a post-secondary school in the United States. Most people take the TOEFL in order to apply to a specific school or program. Before you begin studying, find out what the requirements are for the schools you are interested in going to. Remember that the scores for the paper based test are different than the scores for the iBT. Some schools will look at your scores from different sections. Each iBT section is scored out of 30. Many universities expect you to achieve higher writing skills than speaking skills. TOEFL scores are only valid for two years.
   
3. Learn academic English
   
   TOEFL is used for a different purpose than other ESL tests. The TOEFL measures your ability to succeed in an American university or college. Other English-speaking countries also require TOEFL scores as a prerequisite for admission. You don't have to know about the business world as you do in the TOEIC test. Instead, you should concentrate on studying language that you would hear and see on campus and in the classroom. In other words, you should read textbooks, encyclopaedias, journals and research articles rather than advertisements and resumes. You won't need to know any background information about certain subjects, but it will help you to become familiar with the presentation and language used in academic material. You should also watch modern television and movies. If you have a friend who goes to an English university, go to class with him as often as you can. Borrow his books and hang out with his friends.
   
4. Use practice tests
   
   The best way to prepare for the TOEFL is to practise doing the tests. If you are taking a TOEFL class, your teacher will provide you with plenty of material. If you are studying for the TOEFL on your own, you will have to purchase a few key resources. Find a textbook that has exercises, vocabulary, practice tests, CDs, and explanatory answers. You might not want to work through a book from front to back. Work on the sections that you find most challenging. Don't just rely on one book. You might have a book that is much easier than the official TOEFL. Look for free samples on the Internet to supplement your textbook. Make sure the question types are up to date.
   
5. Find a mentor
   
   A reliable native English teacher who knows a lot about the TOEFL is one of the best resources a student can have. You will have many questions that your textbook can't answer for you. Frustrated students often give up. It is important that you have someone who will answer your questions and encourage you when you feel down. If you cannot afford a teacher or a tutor, find a student who has studied for the test before. Sometimes other students can give you excellent hints and help you with grammar questions. You might be able to help other students with their questions too. Teaching another person is a great way to learn. If you use Twitter, search for "TOEFL". You will find teachers and students to follow and network with. Join the TOEFL Group on MyEC. Provide support to others and share tips on finding free practice tests.
   
6. Build up your stamina
   
   The TOEFL test takes a long time to write. If you are taking the paper based test it will take you about 2.5 hours. The iBT is much longer. You can expect to be at the computer for 4 hours. Many students have an attention span of about two hours. This is the maximum length of most classes. After this amount of time performance starts to weaken. If you keep your study sessions to one or two hours, your brain will not be prepared to work for four. Start off with short study sessions, and work up to longer ones. It is absolutely necessary that you get a good night's sleep before this test. You cannot afford to be tired.
   
7. Arrive prepared
   
   If you arrive at the test centre with all of the things you need, you will feel calm and ready. When you are nervous, your memory does not work as well. Make sure you know exactly how to get to the test centre and where you can park. Bring the correct amount of money for parking. If you are writing the paper based test, you should have a number of pencils, a pencil sharpener and a few erasers that don't smudge. It is also important that your identification looks valid. If you have had problems with your ID before, make sure to bring a backup photo. Don't forget any paper work that ETS sends you to prove that you have registered.
   
8. Pace yourself
   
   Plan to arrive at the test centre at least 30 minutes ahead of time. Wear a watch. This is especially important if you are taking the paper based test. Some exam rooms do not have clocks. The iBT has a clock on the screen, however, you should still wear a watch to make sure that you arrive on time! During the exam, watch your time very closely. Many students do poorly on the TOEFL because they spend too much time on difficult questions. There is no break between the Reading and Listening section. You will get a ten minute break after the first half before the Speaking section. You will only have a short time to write the essay. Spend some time planning and checking your writing.
   
9. Improve your typing skills
   
   You will have to fill out your answers on the computer and type your essay. If you rely on a few fingers to type, consider improving your typing skills before taking the TOEFL. Make sure that you are confident typing on a QWERTY keyboard. If you aren't, search for typing practice drills online. Even if your typing skills are strong, try doing practice tests on other computers. Some students get so used to their own computer that they get nervous when they have to type on a new keyboard or use a different mouse on test day.
   
10. Become an expert note taker
    
    You will be able to take notes in each section as you take the TOEFL iBT. Note taking is allowed because it is an important skill you need for taking university or college courses. As you study, practise taking notes on the main idea of what you read and hear as well as on the main details. Do this throughout your day as you listen to news reports, read websites, and watch TV. Create your own shorthand for frequently used words and phrases.

11. Answer every question
    
    Never leave a question blank. Eliminate all of the answers you know are wrong and then make an educated guess. You have a 25% chance of getting the correct answer. When you finish a section or question, try to put it out of your mind. Whether you are reading, listening, or answering a question, put all of your concentration on the task at hand.
    
12. Secrets for the Reading section
    
    The iBT does not test grammar separately as previous TOEFL tests did. You will still need to prove that you have a strong grasp of grammar in the speaking and writing sections. It is helpful to familiarize yourself with key academic vocabulary. There are helpful textbooks for this purpose. Keep in mind that you don't need to know every word in a reading passage to answer the questions. Practise reading without a dictionary close by. When it comes to the questions, concentrate on the areas that the questions pertain to. Skim through the passage, read the questions, then read for more detail. The questions usually come in the order they appear in the passage. Anticipate the type of questions you will be asked in this section. Many of the readings have a main idea question. You will be asked at least two vocabulary questions from each reading. You will also be asked some detailed questions and some inference questions. You will not have time to reread a whole passage. Share your own secrets for the TOEFL Reading section here.
    
13. Secrets for the Listening section
    
    When you are practising for the listening sections, don't play the tape or CD more than once. On the real test you will only hear everything once. You have to train your ears to listen fully the first time. During the real exam, don't look back at a listening question after you have decided on an answer. You cannot change it. The clock will not start running until you start the answers. Learn to listen for main ideas, presentation (compare/contrast etc.), and key details. Share your own secrets for TOEFL listening section here.
    
14. Secrets for the Speaking section
    
    It is okay to hesitate for a moment or two when it is time to respond. However, it is best to fill as much of the time as possible with your response. If you have a few extra seconds you can sum things up in a short conclusion. You will lose marks for poor pronunciation, so don't try to use big words that you can't say properly. You will also lose marks for improper use of vocabulary and idioms. Make sure you know how to use an expression properly before you try to use it on the exam. Share your own secrets for the TOEFL Speaking section here.
    
15. Secrets for the Writing section
    
    Don't forget that you will have to make connections in the first part of the Writing section. Memorize phrases from practice tests that show you how to do this. The most important thing is to keep your writing simple and clear. You will not have access to a spell check function. Don't use vocabulary and punctuation that you are unsure of. Spend some time planning your essay before you write it. Your outline will save you time in the long run. When you practise for the essay, find a format that you are comfortable with. Use this format every time. For example, your thesis might always be in the third sentence of your introduction. You might always end your conclusion with a question. Make sure to use lots of examples to support your essay. Transitional words and phrases will make your writing easier to read. Memorize a list of these and practise typing them. Always leave time to review what you have written. Read your essay silently in your head as you check it. Share your own secrets for the TOEFL Writing section here.
    
16. Strengthen all 4 skills 
    
    Some people make the mistake of taking the test too soon. Perhaps your reading, listening, and writing skills are ready, but your speaking skills still need work. If you do very poorly on one section of the test, you will have to retake the entire test. You can't redo one section. Make sure that you are ready to take the whole test when you register.
    
17. Dress in comfortable clothing
    
    Dress in comfortable layers on test day. You never know whether or not the test room will be cold or warm. Wear your favourite shirt. When you feel comfortable you perform better! Don't wear tight clothing. You have to sit in one place for a long time. Though you want to be comfortable, do take time to look your best on test day. In other words, dress for success.
    
18. Make sure to eat before the test
    
    Four hours is a long time to go without a snack. You will not be allowed to bring any food or drinks into the test room with you. Eat a sensible meal before you take the test. Avoid too much caffeine as it will give you the shakes. Don't consume large amounts of sugar right before the test. You will get tired very quickly. Make sure that you have had plenty of water (but not too much as you will not want to waste time in the washroom).
    
19. Refer to the official TOEFL website
    
    The official TOEFL website (www.toefl.com) has a number of helpful things that you can download for free. They will supply you with a list of writing topics for the essay. You can also find important information about test centres and test updates. Many of your questions can be answered here. You will also get hints about which resources are worth buying.
    
20. Reward yourself
    
    After you take the exam, reward yourself for all of the time and effort you put into learning a second language! Treat yourself to a gift or a night out. No matter how well you did on the exam, you deserve a reward. Write down what your reward will be before you take the exam. It is always helpful to have something to look forward to.