4. English Literature 2021-- XII final.pptx

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1. ISC English Paper II Literature in English

2. ISC - Literature in English

3. ENGLISH PAPER 2 LITERATURE IN ENGLISH [Maximum Marks :80] [Time Allowed : Three hours ]   [Candidates are allowed an additional 15 minutes for only reading the paper, prior to writing] YOU MUST…… Select questions wisely [ Remember descriptive questions are more scoring than analytical ones ]. Underline/ highlight the key requirements of the questions you have selected...even the subparts so that you don’t forget to answer them. Then go back to question number ONE .

4. Must do……. ...You must read each question properly ...especially the key words Why , When .... Where ... How .... What ....etc.   Before you start writing observe the marks assigned to each question 1 mark means two points 2 will mean four points Reference to context SECTION – A Stephano : Put off that gown Trinculo . By this hand, I’ll have that gown. Trinculo :Thy grace shall have it . Caliban : The dropsy drown this fool! What do you mean to dote thus on such luggage? Let’t alone, and do the murder first. If he awake, from toe to crown he’ll fill our skin with pinches, make us strange stuff. a. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? [1] b. Which murder is Caliban referring to ? Why does he want this ? [2] c. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan? [2] d. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan? [2] e. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] f. Give the meaning of the following words : [ 1] i ) dropsy ii) crown

5. Do not give a detailed introduction ...it is not required .  Write what is asked ....and what is asked is to be written in detail. If you are expected to write 4 points ...you must write all the points you consider relevant . Learn the meanings . A very close reading of the text is a must . Must do……. SECTION – A Stephano : Put off that gown Trinculo . By this hand, I’ll have that gown. Trinculo :Thy grace shall have it . Caliban : The dropsy drown this fool! What do you mean to dote thus on such luggage? Let’t alone, and do the murder first. If he awake, from toe to crown he’ll fill our skin with pinches, make us strange stuff. a. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? [1] b. Which murder is Caliban referring to? Why does he want this? [2] c. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan? [2] d. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan? [2] e. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] f. Give the meaning of the following words: [1] i ) dropsy ii) crown Reference to context

6. A. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? Answer: Near Prospero’s Cell on the Island. [1/2] He was distracted by fancy/glittering apparel. [1/2] SECTION – A Stephano : Put off that gown Trinculo . By this hand, I’ll have that gown. Trinculo :Thy grace shall have it . Caliban : The dropsy drown this fool! What do mean to dote thus on such luggage? Let’t alone, and do the murder first. If he awake, from toe to crown he ‘ ll fill our skin with pinches, make us strange stuff. a. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? [1] b. Which murder is Caliban referring to? Why does he want this? [2] c. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan? [2] d. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan? [2] e. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] f. Give the meaning of the following words: [ 1] i ) dropsy ii) crown Reference to context

7. B. Which murder is Caliban referring to? Why does he want this? Answers: Caliban refers to the conspiracy to kill Prospero. [1] He would be free of Prospero’s tyranny / He would get his island back . [1] Reference to context SECTION – A Stephano : Put off that gown Trinculo . By this hand, I’ll have that gown. Trinculo :Thy grace shall have it . Caliban : The dropsy drown this fool! What do you mean to dote thus on such luggage? Let’t alone, and do the murder first. If he awake, from toe to crown he’ll fill our skin with pinches, make us strange stuff. a. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? [1] b. Which murder is Caliban referring to? Why does he want this ? [2] c. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan? [2] d. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan? [2] e. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] f. Give the meaning of the following words: [1] i ) dropsy ii) crown

8. C. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan? [2] Answer Stephano would become master of the Island. Marry Miranda. Trinculo and Caliban shall be his servants for the lifetime. Reference to context SECTION – A Stephano : Put off that gown Trinculo . By this hand, I’ll have that gown. Trinculo :Thy grace shall have it . Caliban : The dropsy drown this fool! What do you mean to dote thus on such luggage? Let’t alone, and do the murder first. If he awake, from toe to crown he’ll fill our skin with pinches, make us strange stuff. a. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? [1] b. Which murder is Caliban referring to? Why does he want this? [2] c. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan? [2] d. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan? [2] e. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] f. Give the meaning of the following words : [1] i ) dropsy ii) crown

9. D. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan? [2] Answer : Seize his magic books. [1] Kill him in the afternoon time when Prospero usually sleeps. [1] Reference to context SECTION – A Stephano : Put off that gown Trinculo . By this hand, I’ll have that gown. Trinculo :Thy grace shall have it . Caliban : The dropsy drown this fool !What do you mean to dote thus on such luggage ? Let’t alone, and do the murder first. If he awake, from toe to crown he’ll fill our skin with pinches, make us strange stuff. a. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? [1] b. Which murder is Caliban referring to? Why does he want this ? [2] c. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan ? [2] d. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan? [2] e. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] f. Give the meaning of the following words : [ 1] i ) dropsy ii) crown

10. E. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] Answer: He would torture them. Cover their bodies with pinches. Fill their bodies with cramps. Make them strange stuff.. Reference to context SECTION – A Stephano : Put off that gown Trinculo . By this hand, I’ll have that gown. Trinculo :Thy grace shall have it . Caliban : The dropsy drown this fool! What do you mean to dote thus on such luggage ? Let’t alone, and do the murder first. If he awake, from toe to crown he’ll fill our skin with pinches, make us strange stuff. a. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? [1] b. Which murder is Caliban referring to? Why does he want this ? [2] c. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan? [2] d. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan? [2] e. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] f. Give the meaning of the following words: [1] i ) dropsy ii) crown

11. f. Give the meanings of the following words: Answer: Dropsy –a disease in which the body retains fluid. [1/2] Crown – head [1/2] Reference to context SECTION – A Stephano : Put off that gown Trinculo . By this hand, I’ll have that gown. Trinculo :Thy grace shall have it . Caliban : The dropsy drown this fool! What do you mean to dote thus on such luggage? Let’t alone, and do the murder first. If he awake, from toe to crown he’ll fill our skin with pinches, make us strange stuff. a. Where are Trinculo and Stephano ? What has distracted Trinculo ? [1] b. Which murder is Caliban referring to? Why does he want this ? [2] c. What temptations does he offer to make them carry out the plan ? [2] d. What would the two have to do first to ensure the success of the plan ? [2] e. What does Caliban fear would happen if they fail? [2] f. Give the meaning of the following words : [1] i ) dropsy ii) crown

12. Preparation strategy for Reference to Context Question If you wish to achieve high scores in English Paper II...you must get 20/20 in the reference to context question . A thorough reading of the text is required. Pay attention to the location , characters , their moods, conversation , motives and importance of each scene.

13. Preparation strategy for Reference to Context Question Instead of merely reading...prepare a detailed synopsis of each scene where you put long dialogues/ monologues / soliloquies point wise. Learn the meanings of all the textual words.

14. Section B [ Answer FOUR questions on at least THREE text books ] The Tempest ISC Collection of Short Stories—Echoes ISC Collection of Poems—Reverie

15. Essay type/Structured-Long Questions How to score 15/15 ????

16. Layout of a good answer A good long answer has 5 essential elements A good short Introduction Textual points Analysis Quotes Conclusion Answer the Question in detail. Do not try to summarise. Begin in a general, but impressive way on the Question asked Introduction ........... 10% ................................................................ Textual points + Analysis + Quotes 80 % ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................................... Conclusion 10% ..........................................................

17. Layout of a good answer Then link the beginning with the text and start elaborating the textual details . Supplement the details with analysis and minimum 8 quotes from the text. Conclude your answer by again referring to / highlighting what is asked . . Introduction ........... 10% ................................................................ Textual points + Analysis + Quotes 80 % ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................................... Conclusion 10% ...........................................................

18. The length of the structured long question in totality should be similar to the length of a normal long question because both are marked out of 15 .

19. Part [a] Specimen [a] Narrate what Prospero tells Miranda about his past and the circumstances which brought him to the island. [5] Descriptive question Points to be mentioned : Prospero mentions that twelve years ago he was the Duke of Milan –the best in all the signories. He gave the administration to Antonio as he was immersed in secret studies. Antonio became ambitious, conspired with the King of Naples, promising to pay annual tribute. A treacherous army was levied, gates of Milan were opened at night to conduct Prospero and Miranda out of the city. Taken out to sea, put aboard a rotten carcass, left at the mercy of sea and the wind . A kind Neapolitan Gonzalo helped him. By divine providence they reached the island.

20. Part [b] Specimen [b]How does Miranda react to this tale? What is Prospero’s purpose in telling her this tale? [5] Analytical Question Points to be mentioned: Miranda listens to the tale with rapt attention. She was full of wonder and disbelief that a real brother was treacherous. She feels sorry for her father, says she must have been a burden for him, she could not do anything to help him . She feels grateful to Gonzalo. Prospero was preparing her for the subsequent events. He had plans for Miranda and Ferdinand. Miranda was repeatedly asking him why he had been so cruel hence he narrates the tale.

21. Part [c] Specimen [c] What do you conclude about Prospero from this conversation? [5] Analytical Text Based Question Points to be mentioned: Prospero was a loving brother. He was a scholar but displayed irresponsibility. Had great love and concern for Miranda. He is a good planner, keeps things in control. The prime Duke –respected and loved by all. Under him Milan was the foremost state in all of Italy. He was compassionate and considerate.

22. Structured Long Answer

23. REMEMBER ...................... Prepare well the key incidents and descriptive details . Analysis will make your answer different from others. Quotes should not be lengthy , but important and easy to learn. Prepare Character analysis –appearance, nature, traits, role, importance, justification.

24. REMEMBER ...................... Do not leave the subparts of the long Questions. Change the paragraph when you are attempting a sub part. Time your answers...RTC should be given 45 minutes and each long question only 30 minutes . Study English Literature daily...this is “THE” compulsory subject which decides your percentage and your destiny….