Literary Analysis: Unreliable Narrators in Literature

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What can the reader infer about the struggles from the poem?

They are the most important element of the narrator's story

They are secondary concepts to the narrator's perseverance (correct)

They are a minor obstacle in the narrator's life

They are the primary cause of the narrator's success

What effect do the exclamation points in the ending lines have on the poem's tone?

They create a sense of sadness and despair

They convey a sense of uncertainty and doubt

They suggest a sense of boredom and apathy

They indicate a sense of excitement and thrill (correct)

What is the theme of the poem according to the passage?

The poem is primarily about the narrator's writing technique

Perseverance is key to achieving success and joy (correct)

The struggles are the most important part of life

The narrator's life is marked by sadness and failure

When was Langston Hughes born?

1902 Signup and view all the answers

What is Langston Hughes known for besides his poetry?

His work in social reform Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the short story mentioned in the passage?

Engine Trouble Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the person on trial if they opened the door with the tiger?

They were punished for their guilt and torn to pieces. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the iron bells and the mourners' wails?

They mourned the loss of the accused person. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the narrator's language create doubt in the reader's mind?

Because his opinions are not based on concrete facts Signup and view all the answers

What was the king's consideration regarding the accused person's prior relationships?

The king did not consider the accused person's prior relationships. Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator's struggle with 'Snow' and 'Sun' seem to affect?

His ability to think clearly Signup and view all the answers

What is notable about lines 9-10 of the poem?

They are free of grammatical errors Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the two doors in the enclosed space?

To determine the guilt or innocence of the accused person. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the accused person if they opened the door with the lady?

They were immediately married to the lady. Signup and view all the answers

What is the tone of lines 9-10 of the poem?

Clear and precise Signup and view all the answers

What was the guiding principle behind the accused person's choice of door?

The impartial and incorruptible chance. Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator seem sure about in the poem?

That he doesn't care and is still here Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall effect of the narrator's language in the poem?

It creates a sense of doubt and confusion Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of searching the tiger-cages of the kingdom?

To select the fiercest monster for the arena Signup and view all the answers

What was the king's attitude towards the fact that the young man had loved the princess?

He was indifferent and unconcerned Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the twin doors in the arena?

They were the fateful portals of the arena Signup and view all the answers

What was the king's motivation in watching the course of events in the arena?

To take an aesthetic pleasure Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the young man's fate, regardless of the events in the arena?

He would be disposed of Signup and view all the answers

What happened on the appointed day?

The people gathered and thronged the arena Signup and view all the answers

Where was A P J Abdul Kalam enrolled after moving from his hometown?

Schwartz High School Signup and view all the answers

What was the highest Civilian Award received by A P J Abdul Kalam?

Bharat Ratna Signup and view all the answers

What was the title of A P J Abdul Kalam's autobiography?

The Wings of Fire Signup and view all the answers

Who was the guide of A P J Abdul Kalam at school?

Iyadurai Solomon Signup and view all the answers

What did A P J Abdul Kalam dream of achieving by 2020?

Transforming India into a developed nation Signup and view all the answers

What was A P J Abdul Kalam sworn in as in 2002?

The Eleventh President of India Signup and view all the answers