Practice Summary and Analysis of Umberto Eco's and Christopher Silvester's Perspectives - 2.7.1 | Module 2: Flamingo - Prose (Literature) | CBSE Grade 12 English
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2.7.1 - Summary and Analysis of Umberto Eco's and Christopher Silvester's Perspectives

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Question 1

Easy

What is an interview?

💡 Hint: Think about contexts where people ask questions to others.

Question 2

Easy

Name one negative perception of interviews from a famous figure.

💡 Hint: Recall someone from the reading who felt interviews invaded privacy.

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Question 1

What did Christopher Silvester say about the historical significance of interviews?

  • They are irrelevant.
  • They evolved into a crucial communication tool.
  • Only celebrities value them.

💡 Hint: Think about interviews in relation to their role in media.

Question 2

True or False: Umberto Eco dislikes all forms of interviews.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider Eco's complex feelings about being in the public eye.

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Question 1

Analyze how the varying perceptions of interviews can impact a public figure's willingness to engage with the media. Discuss both potential benefits and drawbacks.

💡 Hint: Consider both emotional and professional angles in your evaluation.

Question 2

Create a detailed comparison chart between the traditional interview format and Eco’s preferred academic style interview. Highlight at least three key differences and their implications.

💡 Hint: Think about context and audience while examining the purpose of each format.

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