Test Series 1 XII - 06/01/2025 Novel.

Section - V Literary Genre - Novel

Prepared by Jyoti Walunj-Landge 

Q.5 A. Match the pairs 

A.                                        B.

1. Geoffrey Chaucer-  The Canterbury Tales

2. Herman Melville- Billy Budd

3. Frances Burney - Evelina

4. Samuel Richardson - Clarissa

A.2 . Choose the correct alternative and rewrite. 

Note -Bold word is answer

1. Setting includes place, period, time, climate or weather and lifestyle. 

( Lifestyle, fashion,Passion)

2. The German word buildingsroman" indicates growth. 

(Changes,Growth, Truth)

3. The realistic novel is also called a novel of manner. 

( Manner, transfer,systematic)

4. Detective fiction is subgenre of crime fiction and mystery. 

(crime fiction and mystery, horror, correspondence)

Q.5 B. Write the answers of the following questions in about 50 words. 

i. Describe the atmosphere of the school described in the extract from the novel ' To Sir with Love '. 

In the extract from To Sir, with Love, the school Greenslade's  atmosphere is portrayed as grim and challenging. The students, primarily from lower-income, working-class backgrounds, exhibit hostility, indifference, and a lack of respect toward their teachers. The classroom is marked by tension, rebelliousness, and a sense of alienation. However, Sir Thackeray's compassionate and patient approach gradually shifts the mood, encouraging understanding and respect between him and the students. The school environment, though initially harsh, begins to show signs of transformation through personal connections and positive influence.

ii. Write in your own the entire half yearly program of the students from the novel - 'To Sir with Love '. 

Ans- The half-yearly report by the Students’ Council of Greenslade School was scheduled to be on November 15. It was one of the most important days of the year for the school. The programme was entirely arranged, presented and controlled by the students. They were expected to deliver a report describing what they had learnt in the half-year, which began after Easter. Thus, the report was extremely crucial for the students and the teachers because it offered the perfect opportunity of determining the academic progress of the students. In addition, it was a test of the organizational abilities of the students. The students of Braithwaite’s class were excited about the event and as the day of the event approached, Braithwaite found himself sharing their excitement. In order to prepare for the event, the students divided the responsibilities among themselves and drew up an official programme for the event. They took their roles as organizers very seriously and performed their duties like expert professionals. Watching his students take responsibility and behave like young, mature adults, Braithwaite was filled with a sense of pride. On the day of the event, the children made sure that they were dressed smartly and looked presentable, indicating, once again, that they were aware of the importance of the event. Miss Joseph and Denham, two senior students from Braithwaite’s class were chosen as the student representatives who would host the event and they made sure that every student was ready to play their part, thus displaying their leadership skills. Thus, the half-yearly report had charged the atmosphere of the school with excitement and anticipation and had provided the students with a platform to showcase their organizational skills.

Q 5 C. Give a short description of Phileas Fogg's release at Custom House and his journey from Liverpool England. 

Ans- In Around the World in Eighty Days the protagonist, Phileas Fogg is released at the Custom House in Liverpool after having been mistakenly suspected of being involved in a theft. Detective Fix arrested him in Liverpool because his name raised suspicion . After being cleared, Fogg embarks/ starts on his  journey around the world, beginning in Liverpool, England. His goal is to circumnavigate the globe in 80 days to win a £20,000 wager. From Liverpool, he travels by train to London and then by steamship, following a meticulously/ neatly planned route that takes him through various countries and challenging situations. His journey is filled with adventures and obstacles, but his determination to succeed remains unwavering/ steadfast. 

ii. Give a brief character sketch of passepartout based on the entire from the novel Around the World in 80 days. 

Ans- Passepartout is a loyal, energetic, and resourceful Frenchman who serves as the protagonist Phileas Fogg’s servant cum friend.  He is described as being young, cheerful, and reliable, with a strong sense of duty and a knack for getting things done. Initially, Passepartout is unaware of the immense challenge his employer faces, but as the journey progresses, he becomes an indispensable/ important part of Fogg’s quest.

His loyalty to Fogg is constant, and he often acts with quick wit and agility in the face of obstacles. Passepartout’s resourcefulness, from managing unforeseen travel difficulties to assisting in tricky situations, proves crucial to the success of the adventure. Although he can be somewhat impulsive and easily excitable, his good heart and natural charm make him a likeable and endearing character. Over time, he also forms a bond with Fogg, and his admiration for his master grows as they both face adversity.

Passepartout provides a humorous contrast to Fogg’s calm and methodical nature, and his character brings a sense of warmth and humanity to the story.

Q.5 D write the answers of the following questions in about 50 words. 

1. Write a character sketch of Major Sholto from the extract of the novel "Sign of Four."

Ans- Major Sholto was an officer and friend of Arthur Morstan. He was the one who was originally approached about the location of the treasure, as Jonathan Small believed that his greed would make him an easy target. Sholto is tasked with the retrieval of the treasure, but takes it all for himself, leaving Small and Morston without anything. Morstan later confronts him, Morston has a heart attack and dies. Sholto hides the body and keeps the treasure. He lives the rest of his life plagued but extreme guilt and fear. He dies after seeing Jonathan Small's face in a window.

2. Miss Morstan plans to meet Sherlock Holmes.  Give reason. 

Ans- In The Sign of the Four, Miss Morstan plans to meet Sherlock Holmes because she is seeking his help regarding the mysterious circumstances surrounding her father's disappearance and the subsequent receipt of anonymous gifts. Miss Morstan has received a pearl every year for several years without knowing the sender, and she hopes that Holmes, with his exceptional investigative skills, can uncover the truth behind these events. This meeting marks the beginning of their collaboration to solve the case, which involves a complex mix of treasure, betrayal, and hidden secrets.