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ICSE Prelims 2016 : English Paper 2 (English Literature) (HVB Academy, Mumbai)

27 pages, 108 questions, 10 questions with responses, 10 total responses,

Saurabh Hemang Morparia
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English 2 Literature in English (Two hours) Answer to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately. You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes. This time is to be spent in reading the question paper. The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers Attempt one question each from Section A, B and C and any other two questions. You should answer five questions in all. All the questions carry equal marks Section A Drama The Merchant of Venice: William Shakespeare Question 1 Read the given extract and answer the questions that follow: Nerissa Your father was ever virtuous; and holy men at their Death have good inspirations: therefore the lottery, That he hath devised in these three chests of gold, Silver and lead, whereof who chooses his meaning Chooses you, will, no doubt, never be chosen by any Rightly but one who shall rightly love. But what Warmth is there in your affection towards any of These princely suitors that are already come? (a) (b) (c) (d) How does Portia respond to these words of Nerissa? Depict the lottery discussed in the extract. Give the responses of Portia and that of Nerissa to the lottery. Portia is melancholic in the opening of the scene so also is Antonio in the earlier scene. Bring out the difference between Antonio s melancholy and that of Portia. (e) This scene expresses a mood of melancholy, anxiety and suspense. Discuss. Question 2 Read the given extract and answer the questions that follow: Shylock [Aside] how like a fawning publican he looks!

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