First Year B.A. Sem I CBCS Examination - English CCE-01 - December 2019

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This document is the official examination paper for the First Year B.A. (Semester I) CBCS program in English, specifically the CCE-01 course titled 'Glimpses of Life', an anthology of short stories under the old course structure. The exam, administered in December 2019, consists of 70 marks and evaluates students on their comprehensive understanding of short story theory, historical development, and literary analysis of specific works such as 'The Child', 'I prepare to go to Coimbatore', 'The Last Salvation', and 'The Gift of the Magi'. The structure includes analytical essay questions on the characteristics of short stories and comparative literature, as well as specific questions regarding characterization and thematic elements like suspense, love, and sacrifice within various prescribed texts. It serves as a formal academic assessment tool for undergraduates to demonstrate their knowledge of literary conventions and specific narrative techniques employed in the English short story genre.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages1

Reading Time3 min

AccessFree to download

Examination Details

Question Structure

Short Story Theory and Criticism

Literary Analysis of Prescribed Stories

Critical Note Topics

FAQs

What is the total marks for this examination?

The total marks for this examination is 70.

What are the specific short stories included in the critical evaluation section?

The stories mentioned for analysis include 'The Child', 'I prepare to go to Coimbatore', 'The Last Salvation', and 'The Gift of the Magi'.

How are the questions structured in the examination?

The exam consists of four main questions, each carrying 14 marks with an internal choice (OR), and two additional sections (5a and 5b) requiring short notes on specific literary elements or story aspects, each carrying 7 marks.

Sep 20, 2026

Uploaded by Maeve