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English Literature Question Paper 2003 General Instructions 1. Attempt five questions in all. 2. You must attempt one question from each of the Sections A, B and C and any two other questions. 3. The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ]. SECTION A - DRAMA Shakespeare: Julius Caesar Question 1 Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow: Cassius : Why, man, he doth bestride the narrow world Like a Colossus; and we petty men Walk under his huge legs, and peep about To find ourselves dishonourable graves. Men at some time are masters of their fates: The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, But in ourselves, that we are underlings. i. What is referred to as 'a Colossus'? Why does Cassius compare Caesar to the Colossus? [3] ii. 'Men at some time are masters of their fates.' Name two people who warn Caesar about his fate. What do they say? What is Caesar's reaction to the warnings? [3] iii. Later in the scene, what reasons does Caesar give to Antony for considering Cassius 'dangerous'? iv. Which two instances does Cassius give to prove that Caesar is a physically weak person? v. Mention any three vital errors of judgement that Brutus makes. In your opinion, which particular trait in his character brings about his downfall? [4] Question 2 Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow: Antony : If you have tears, prepare to shed them now, You all do know this mantle: I remember The first time ever Caesar put it on; 'T was on a summer's evening, in his tent, That day he overcame the Nervii. Look, in this place ran Cassius' dagger through: See what a rent the envious Casca made: Through this the well-beloved Brutus stabb'd; i. Who were the 'Nervii'? Why does Antony mention the names of Cassius, Casca and Brutus as he shows the mob the mantle? [3] ii. State two arguments put forward by Antony earlier to prove that Caesar was not ambitious. [3] iii. 'Through this the well-beloved Brutus stabb'd.' Why does Antony refer to Brutus as 'well-beloved'? Why was the stabbing of Caesar by Brutus referred to as 'the most unkindest cut of all'? [3] iv. Which document does Antony have with him during his speech? What are the contents of the document? [3]
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