Question 1

Keats belong to the ___________period in English Literature.

Accepted Answer

John Keats is associated with the Romantic period in English Literature, which is known for its emphasis on emotion, nature, and individualism, and it spanned the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Question 2

One of the common themes found in Keats' poems are

Accepted Answer

Keats often explores the theme of art versus life, particularly in poems like "Ode on a Grecian Urn," where he contrasts the permanence of art with the transience of human life.

Question 3

Why do the bees " think warm days will never cease".

Accepted Answer

The phrase "think warm days will never cease" suggests an ongoing abundance or continuation of something, in this case, the blooming of flowers even into autumn, which is unusual for the season and indicates to the bees that the warm days are continuing.

Question 4

Autumn is compared to a

Accepted Answer

Autumn is often personified in literature and poetry as performing tasks associated with the harvest, such as gleaning, winnowing, and reaping, making all the options correct comparisons.

Question 5

In the third stanza of "Ode to Autumn" the poet is being nostalgic about

Accepted Answer

In the third stanza of "Ode to Autumn," the poet, John Keats, expresses nostalgia for spring, reflecting on its qualities and how they contrast with the characteristics of autumn.

Question 6

What is rosy hue?

Accepted Answer

The phrase "rosy hue" refers to the color effect created when the autumnal sun casts its light on the clouds, turning them a rosy color.

Question 7

Who said "as close to perfect as any shorter poem in the English Language" about ' Ode to Autumn'

Accepted Answer

Harold Bloom praised "Ode to Autumn" by John Keats with these words, highlighting its exceptional quality and craftsmanship within English literature.

Question 8

"ripeness to the core" shows

Accepted Answer

The phrase "ripeness to the core" metaphorically suggests both growth and maturity (as something that has fully developed or matured is often described as "ripe") and richness and abundance (as something that is ripe is often at its peak of flavor, quality, or abundance). It doesn't specifically refer to "the seed," so options A and B are both correct, making D the correct choice.

Question 9

Who is the 'bosom friend of the maturing sun'

Accepted Answer

Spring is often referred to as the 'bosom friend of the maturing sun' because it is the season when the sun starts to become warmer, leading to the growth and renewal of plants and animals after the cold of winter.

Question 10

'Ode to Autumn' was written on

Accepted Answer

'Ode to Autumn' was written by John Keats on 19 September 1819.

Question 11

Who is the author of 'A Streetcar Named Desire'

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Williams is the author of the play 'A Streetcar Named Desire,' which was first performed in 1947.

Question 12

How many years did Grace work for Miss Cornelia?

Accepted Answer

Grace worked for Miss Cornelia for 15 years.

Question 13

What gift does Cornelia present to her secretary?

Accepted Answer

Cornelia presents roses to her secretary as a gift, which is a common gesture of appreciation or gratitude.

Question 14

The gifting of roses in 'Something Unspoken' indicates Cornelia's attempt to

Accepted Answer

The gifting of roses in 'Something Unspoken' symbolizes Cornelia's attempt to break the wall of silence and communicate her unspoken feelings.

Question 15

What is the name of the society club in 'Something Unspoken'

Accepted Answer

In "Something Unspoken" by Tennessee Williams, the society club is referred to as the "Daughters of the Confederation."

Question 16

What is Miss Grace Scott's profession

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is Miss Grace Scott's profession
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Question 17

Miss Cornelia wants to become the ______of the Society Club

Accepted Answer

Regent is the correct choice because it is the leader of a society club.

Question 18

"They shake their hands without ……….."

Accepted Answer

The phrase "They shake their hands without hearts" suggests a lack of genuine feeling or sincerity in the gesture.

Question 19

Which of the following is a work by Okara?

Accepted Answer

"The Fisherman's Invocation" is a work by Gabriel Okara, a renowned Nigerian poet and novelist.

Question 20

" I want to unlearn all those ………… things"

Accepted Answer

The answer of " I want to unlearn all those...

Quiz 4: Keats and Tennessee Williams Works