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DAILY DOSE #13: 10 MCQs on Diasporic Literature

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Here are 10 MCQs on Diasporic Literature with short explanations 1. Which of the following authors wrote The Namesake, a diasporic novel exploring identity and belonging?   a) Salman Rushdie   b) Jhumpa Lahiri   c) Meena Alexander   d) V.S. Naipaul   Answer: b) Jhumpa Lahiri   Explanation: The Namesake follows the life of Gogol Ganguli, an Indian-American navigating cultural duality. --- 2. V.S. Naipaul’s A House for Mr. Biswas is set in which diasporic context?   a) British India   b) South Africa   c) Trinidad   d) London   Answer: c) Trinidad   Explanation: The novel depicts the struggles of an Indo-Trinidadian man to establish his identity and independence. --- 3. Which of the following is a key theme in diasporic literature?   a) Feudal loyalty   b) Industrial revolution   c) Displacement and nostalgia   d) Utopi...

In Depth Analysis of The Poem "The Defence of Lucknow" by Tennyson

In Depth Analysis of The Poem "The Defence of Lucknow" by Tennyson Also visit : Literary Sphere   Alfred Lord Tennyson 's poem "The Defence of Lucknow" captures the harrowing experiences of the defenders during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Composed by Tennyson in 1857, the poem reflects the broader historical context of the Indian Mutiny, a significant event in British colonial history. The narrative unfolds through various sections, each portraying different aspects of the siege. In this structured scrutiny, we will explore the in depth analysis of the poem  "The Defence of Lucknow"  by Tennyson. Alongwith it the poem's structure, themes, and literary devices are also discussed.  𝘽𝙍𝙄𝙀𝙁 𝙊𝙑𝙀𝙍𝙑𝙄𝙀𝙒 "The Defense of Lucknow" by Alfred Lord Tennyson is a narrative poem that provides a gripping account of the siege of Lucknow during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The poem delves into the multifaceted experiences of the besieged ga...