Subject: Classics in Drama

Time Allowed: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 60

NOTE: ATTEMPT THIS (SUBJECTIVE) ON THE SEPARATE ANSWER SHEET PROVIDED.

 

Part-II Give short answer, each question carries equal marks. (15)

Q#1: What is the significance of the Oracles in Oedipus Rex?

Q#2: What is the significance of the duel scene in Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night?

Q#3: What does Torvald’s fascination with beauty and appearances imply about his personality?

 

Part-III Give detailed answers, each question carries equal marks. (45)

Q#1: Bring out some of the tragic defects of Oedipus’ character. To what extent are these responsible for his tragic suffering?

Q#2: The tragedy in Marlow’s plays is always the tragedy of individual. How far is it applicable to Doctor Faustus?

Q#3: Describe the stages by which Macbeth degenerates from a hero into villain.