Practice Background and Context - 9.1 | ICSE Class 12 English Elective - Unit 5 | ICSE Class 12 English Elective
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9.1 - Background and Context

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does the fox symbolize in 'The Thought Fox'?

💡 Hint: Think about how the fox moves through the darkness of the mind.

Question 2

Easy

Who is the protagonist in Larkin’s 'Church Going'?

💡 Hint: Recall the context of the speaker's initial irreverent attitude.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does Ted Hughes often explore in his poetry?

  • Romantic relationships
  • Nature and animal instincts
  • Urban life

💡 Hint: Think about his portrayal of wildlife in various poems.

Question 2

True or False: Larkin’s 'Church Going' dismisses the importance of religious spaces.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the evolving perspective of the speaker.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Compare the poetic techniques used by Hughes and Larkin to convey their themes.

💡 Hint: Look for specific examples in their respective poems.

Question 2

Analyze how the historical context of Hughes and Larkin’s times may have influenced their poetry.

💡 Hint: Research the socio-political climates during their writing careers.

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