UKPSC Assistant Professor English Paper - II with Solution - Yogesh Tiwari

Sep 21, 2026

UKPSC Assistant Professor English Paper II with solution by Yogesh Tiwari focuses on canonical English literature and key literary knowledge points through multiple-choice questions. It includes questions on Geoffrey Chaucer’s authorship and The Canterbury Tales’ framework narrative, Anglo-Saxon Christian poetry attributed to Cynewulf, and the definition of Metaphysical Poets associated with John Donne and others. It also covers Chaucer’s early long narrative poem, The Book of the Duchess, presented with answers and explanatory notes.

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Geoffrey Chaucer and The Canterbury Tales

Cynewulf and Anglo-Saxon Christian Poems

Metaphysical Poets

Chaucer’s First Long Narrative Poem

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1 | P a g e | UKPSC ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ENGLISH PAPER -II WITH SOLUTION BY YOGESH TIWARI UKPSC UKPSC ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ENGLISH PAPER -II WITH SOLUTION BY YOGESH TIWARI 1. "Whan that Aprill with his shoures soote The droghte of March hath perced to the roote And bathed every veyne in swich licour Of which vertu engendered is the flour. "Who wrote these lines? (a) Chaucer (b) Langland (c) Gower (d) None of these Answer: (a) Geoffrey Chaucer Explanation: The Canterbury Tales is an influential work of English literature by Geoffrey Chaucer, composed between 1387 and 1400, which is structured as a frame narrative featuring a diverse group of pilgrims traveling from London to the shrine of Saint Thomas Becket at Canterbury Cathedral. Throughout the collection, Chaucer employs a range of dialects and styles, reflecting the social classes and personalities of the characters, which include a Knight, a Miller, a Prioress, and a Wife of Bath, among others. Each character tells their own tale, contributing to a rich tapestry that addresses themes of love, morality, social critique, and human nature, thereby providing a comprehensive snapshot of 14th-century English society. Chaucer's innovative use of iambic pentameter and rhymed couplets established a new standard for English poetry, and his work is often noted for its realism and character depth, blending humor and serious commentary on the human condition. The collection was left unfinished, consisting of 24 tales in total, and has had a profound impact on subsequent literature, cementing Chaucer’s reputation as the "father of English literature" and influencing countless writers in the centuries that followed.These lines are from Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, a collection of 24 stories comprising over 17,000 lines, written between 1387 and 1400. 2 | P a g e 2. In Anglo-Saxon Christian poems, Christ, Juliana, Elene, and The Fates of the Apostles are ascribed to: (a) Bede (b) Dunstan (c) Cynewulf (d) Junius Answer: (c) Cynewulf Explanation: Cynewulf, a prominent Anglo-Saxon poet active in the late 8th to early 9th century, is best known for his contributions to Old English literature, particularly through four extant poems: Juliana, The Fates of the Apostles, Elene, and Christ. These works, characterized by their religious themes and rich imagery, reflect Cynewulf's deep engagement with Christian doctrine and his skillful blending of pagan elements with Christian ideology. His poetry often features a distinct stylistic hallmark known as "runes,"which are enigmatic and serve both aesthetic and thematic purposes, adding layers of meaning to the text. Cynewulf's authorship is notably marked by his unique use of personal signatures embedded within the verses, a rare practice in Anglo-Saxon literature that highlights his individual style and authority asa poet. The preservation of his works in late-century manuscripts underscores their significance in the history of English literature, as they provide insight into the cultural and spiritual milieu of early medieval England. Through his exploration of faith, redemption, and the human condition, Cynewulf's poetry not only serves as a crucial link between pagan and Christian traditions but also demonstrates the evolving nature of poetic expression during the AngloSaxon period. 3. A group of 17th-century English poets, notable for the ingenious use of intellectual and theological concepts, surprising conceits, strange paradoxes, and far-fetched imagery, is known as: (a) The Soldier Poets (b) The Humanists (c) The Metaphysical Poets (d) The Cavalier Poets 3 | P a g e Answer: (c) The Metaphysical Poets Explanation: The Metaphysical Poets, a term coined by Samuel Johnson in the 18th century, refers to a group of 17th-century English poets, including John Donne, George Herbert, and Andrew Marvell, who are characterized by their inventive use of

FAQs

Who wrote the lines about “Aprill” and “shoures soote” from the Canterbury Tales?

Geoffrey Chaucer.

Which poet is ascribed to Christ, Juliana, Elene, and The Fates of the Apostles in Anglo-Saxon Christian poems?

Cynewulf.

What term is used for the group of 17th-century English poets known for conceits, paradoxes, and far-fetched imagery?

The Metaphysical Poets.

What is the first long narrative poem written by Chaucer?

The Book of the Duchess.

Sep 21, 2026

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