Madhya Pradesh Assistant Professor English Literature Paper-2 - With Solution - Yogesh Tiwari - 26th March 2017

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Madhya Pradesh Assistant Professor English Literature Paper-2 (26th March 2017) by Yogesh Tiwari compiles exam-style questions with detailed solutions. The content tests literary knowledge through targeted prompts on Aristotle’s “Mythos,” Freud’s “Oedipus Complex” in Shakespeare’s Hamlet, and John Bunyan’s “Pilgrim’s Progress” as an allegory. It also covers authorship of “The Way of the World,” plus verse-form identification such as the definition and meter of the “heroic couplet.” Answers explain key concepts and their significance in context.

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Authorship and verse-form identification

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MADHYA PRADESH ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ENGLISH LITERATURE PAPER-2 WITH SOLUTION BY YOGESH
TIWARI
(26TH MARCH 2017) | | 1 | P a g e | | | MADHYA PRADESH ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ENGLISH LITERATURE PAPER-2 WITH SOLUTION BY YOGESHTIWARI (26TH MARCH 2017)
1. What does the term "Mythos" mean in Aristotle’s poetics?
(a) Plot
(b) Action
(c) Serious
(d) Character
Answer: (a) Plot
In Aristotle's Poetics, the term "Mythos" refers to the structured arrangement of incidents or actions within a dramatic or narrative work, which he considers the most crucial element of tragedy. This plot structure is not merely a sequence of events but a carefully crafted organization that gives coherence and unity to the work, aiming to evoke emotional responses such as pity and fear in the audience. Aristotle argues that a well-constructed mythos should have a clear beginning, middle, and end, and should follow a logical progression that aligns with the principles of causality. Furthermore, the plot must ideally feature peripeteia (reversal of fortune) and anagnorisis (recognition or discovery), which contribute to the tragic effect by leading the protagonist toward a resolution that is both inevitable and emotionally impactful.
2. In which Shakespearean play is the "Oedipus Complex" reflected?
(a) Othello
(b) King Lear
(c) Hamlet
(d) Macbeth
Answer: (c) Hamlet
The "Oedipus Complex," introduced by Sigmund Freud, suggests that a young boy experiences unconscious desires for his mother
2 | P a g e | | --- | --- | | | while harboring rivalry and jealousy towards his father, whom he perceives as a competitor for her affection. Freud believed that this complex could manifest in various psychological struggles, influencing behavior and relationships later in life. In Hamlet, this idea is evident in Hamlet's conflicted feelings toward his mother, Gertrude, and his intense aversion to her remarriage with Claudius, his father's brother. Freud argued that Hamlet's hesitancy to avenge his father’s murder stems from his unconscious identification with Claudius, who has fulfilled Hamlet's own repressed, Oedipal desires by taking his father's place with Gertrude. This internal struggle, Freud posited, underpins Hamlet’s psychological turmoil and contributes to his indecision and self-reproach throughout the play.
3. What best describes John Bunyan’s "Pilgrim’s Progress"?
(a) A travelogue
(b) An allegory
(c) A picaresque novel
(d) A long sermon
Answer: (b) An allegory
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan, regarded as one of the most significant works of religious English literature, allegorically portrays the spiritual journey of its protagonist, Christian, as he travels from his hometown, the "City of Destruction," toward the celestial "City of Zion." Along his path, Christian encounters a series of symbolic obstacles, such as the "Slough of Despond,""Vanity Fair," and the "Valley of the Shadow of Death," each representing moral or spiritual challenges that believers may face on their path to salvation. Bunyan uses Christian’s encounters with characters like Evangelist, Faithful, and Hopeful to illustrate aspects of Puritan theology, such as the concepts of grace, perseverance, and the dangers of worldly temptations. Written during Bunyan's imprisonment for preaching without a license, the book underscores the Puritan emphasis on personal faith,
3 | P a g e | | --- | --- | | | scripture, and the conviction that spiritual commitment involves a struggle against sin and doubt on the way to redemption.
4. Who wrote "The Way of the World"?
(a) John Donne
(b) John Dryden
(c) John Bunyan
(d) William Congreve
Answer: (d) William Congreve
The Way of the World, written by William Congreve, is widely considered a masterpiece of Restoration comedy, skillfully capturing the wit, satire, and social intricacies of the period. The play centers around the romantic and financi

FAQs

What does Aristotle mean by “Mythos” in his poetics?

In Aristotle’s Poetics, “Mythos” refers to the structured arrangement of incidents or actions in a narrative, especially in tragedy. It emphasizes coherence and unity, with logical progression and often includes peripeteia and anagnorisis.

Which Shakespeare play reflects the “Oedipus Complex”?

The solutions indicate that Hamlet reflects the “Oedipus Complex.” It links Hamlet’s conflicted feelings about his mother and his father’s situation to Freud’s ideas about unconscious desires and internal struggle.

How is John Bunyan’s “Pilgrim’s Progress” best described?

“Pilgrim’s Progress” is described as an allegory. It portrays Christian’s spiritual journey through symbolic places and characters that represent moral and religious challenges.

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