B.A. Semester V CBCS Examination - October 2019 - English CCE 14 History of English Literature

Sep 20, 2026

This document serves as the official question paper for the B.A. Semester V (CBCS) Examination held in October 2019, specifically for the subject English CCE-14: History of English Literature from the Elizabethan Age to the Neo-Classical Age. The paper assesses students' critical understanding of Christopher Marlowe's 'Dr. Faustus', the literary contributions of John Milton, the metaphysical poetry of John Donne, the essayist works of Joseph Addison, and the foundational role of Richardson in the development of the modern English novel. Students are required to address key themes such as the Renaissance, sin, redemption, and the supernatural. The examination spans a total of 70 marks and allows 2.5 hours for completion. The questions invite deep literary analysis, requiring candidates to evaluate character motivations, historical context, and formal techniques across various significant literary periods and canonical figures.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages1

Reading Time3 min

AccessFree to download

Examination Sections

Dr. Faustus Analysis

Poetry and Prose Analysis

FAQs

What is the total duration of the examination?

The total duration allowed for this examination is 2.5 hours.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The total marks for this examination is 70.

Which literary works are covered in the syllabus for this paper?

The paper focuses on the History of English Literature from the Elizabethan Age to the Neo-Classical Age, specifically featuring Dr. Faustus, John Milton, John Donne, Joseph Addison, and the origins of the modern English novel.

Sep 20, 2026

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