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Welcome readers ! This blog is written in response to the thinking activity given by megha ma'am - Department of English, MKBU. The topic of my blog is Thinking activities in the question is 1. Angellica considers the financial negotiations that one makes before marrying a prospective bride the same as prostitution. Do you agree? Ans.     I don't agree with Angellica because financial negotiations before marriage are about talking and agreeing on money and property matters legally and with both people's consent. On the other hand, prostitution is when someone gets paid money for sex, and this is against the law in many areas. So, these two things are not the same at all.  2.   “ All women together ought to let flowers fall upon the tomb of Aphra Behn, for it was she who earned them the right to speak their minds.” Virginia Woolf said so in ‘A Room of One’s Own’. Do you agree with this statement? Justify your answer with reference to your reading of the play...

This blog is written as part of thinking activity assigned by  DR DILIP BARAD SIR  on  thinking activity   :   1) What is the significance of epigraph written by Hardy - 'Letter Killeth' - for this novel, Jude the Obscure The epigraph "Letter Killeth" in Thomas Hardy's novel "Jude the Obscure" is a warning about the potential harm that rigid beliefs, rules, and societal expectations can cause. In simpler terms, it means that blindly following established norms and traditions can lead to destruction. In the context of the novel, this epigraph is a hint that the characters in the story will face difficulties and suffering because they try to break free from the strict rules and conventions of their society. It emphasizes that sticking too closely to these rules can have negative consequences. So, the epigraph "Letter Killeth" is like a signpost that tells readers to pay attention to how the characters in the novel challenge societal norms and tra...

Welcome readers ! This blog is written in response to the thinking activity given by Vaidaihi ma'am - Department of English, MKBU. The topic of my blog is Thinking activities in the question is H1.) How far do you think Digression is necessary? The importance of going off-topic, or digressing, depends on what you're trying to do. Sometimes, it can be helpful, and other times, it might not be. Imagine you're telling a story. If you want to explain something important or interesting, it's okay to go off-topic for a bit. But if you wander too far from the main point, people might get confused or bored. So, the key is balance. Digression can be useful when it serves a purpose, like giving more information or making something funnier. But too much can make things messy. It's like adding a little spice to your cooking – a pinch can make it better, but too much can ruin the dish 2. any one movie/web series/song/poem/novel which talks about the sensitive topic like religio...

Gabriel Rossetti               "Gabriel Rossetti was a special person who could both draw beautiful pictures and write lovely poems. He was like an artist and a poet all in one!" Introduction :  Dante Gabriel Rossetti was born on May 12, 1828, in London, England. His parents were originally from Italy. His father, Gabriele Rossetti, was an Italian political refugee. His mother, Frances Polidori, was the sister of Lord Byron's physician. He grew up in a family that loved literature and the arts. This early exposure to culture and creativity influenced him. Rossetti's mixed Italian and English heritage shaped his artistic interests. These early experiences provided the foundation for his later work as a renowned artist and poet. Dante Gabriel Rossetti went to the Royal Academy of Arts in 1844 to learn more about art. But, he quickly got disappointed because they had strict and boring ways of teaching art. So, he, along with some friends who felt the...

Welcome readers ! This blog is written in response to the thinking activity given by Megha ma'am - Department of English, MKBU. The topic of my blog  1.Compare the narrative strategy of the novel and movie Novel: Movie: Narrator: It uses words to tell the story and shares what characters are thinking and feeling. It uses images and spoken words, and it's harder to show what characters think and feel inside. Character Stories: It explains the characters' thoughts and backgrounds in detail. It has limited time, so it often simplifies the characters' stories. Dialogue and Subtext: It has detailed conversations with hidden meanings and thoughts. It relies on what characters say and how they act to show their feelings. Pacing: It can take its time to tell the story. It must be faster and sometimes leaves out parts of the story. Visuals: It uses what you see on the screen, like costumes and scenery, to show the story. Imagination  Director's Vision: Differe...

Welcome readers ! This blog is written in response to the thinking activity given by vaidaihi ma'am - Department of English, MKBU. The topic of my blog is Thinking activities in the question is If Pamela was in the contemporary time, will the story take any changes? "Pamela's Journey in Contemporary Times: Navigating Life with Technology" In a calm neighborhood, there was a young woman named Pamela Andrews. She was smart and worked as a receptionist at a big tech company. One day, something surprising happened, similar to what happened in a very old story. Pamela's story in today's world highlights her resilience and how she used technology to combat wrongdoing. It underscores the importance of speaking up against workplace problems, showing that anyone, with courage and support, can overcome challenges and achieve success. Pamela is good with technology. She saves all the unkind messages and comments as proof. She also talks to her friends and family, and the...

This blog is written as part of thinking activity assigned by DR DILIP BARAD SIR  on thinking activity : Discuss the theme of 'Utilitarianism' with illustrations from the novel / or / discuss any other theme of your choice.                        Utilitarianism is a tradition of ethical philosophy that is associated with Jeremy Bentham (1747-1832) and John Stuart Mill (1806-1873), two late 18th- and 19th-century British philosophers, economists, and political thinkers.  1781, coined by Jeremy Bentham (1748-1832) from utility + -arian on the model of + unitarian, etc. One guided by the doctrine of the greatest happiness for the greatest number. Jeremy Bentham was a philosopher, economist, jurist, and legal reformer and the founder of modern utilitarianism, an ethical theory holding that actions are morally right if they tend to promote happiness or pleasure (and morally wrong if they tend to promote unhappiness or pain...

Characteristics of Metaphysical Poetry:- Metaphysical poetry occupies a unique place in the history of English poetry. A group of poets emerged in the beginning of the seventeenth century, in the age of Milton or Jacobean age which tried to write poetry in altogether different ways and their poetry came to be known as Metaphysical poetry. It was Dr. Samuel Johnson who for the first time used the term ‘metaphysical poetry’ for the poetry of John Donne and his followers. Since Donne was the pioneer, it is known as the school of Donne or The School of Metaphysical Poetry. Dr. Samuel Johnson while giving introduction to the life of Abraham Cowley used the term metaphysical poetry to identify the poetry of Donne and his followers. The poets who followed the style of John Donne are: Richard Crashaw, George Hurbert, Abraham Cowley and Andrew Marvell. These are the main metaphysical poets. When Dr. Johnson used the term metaphysical poetry, it was in a negative sense , to criticise the poetry ...

  Welcome readers ! This blog is written in response to the thinking activity given by megha ma'am - Department of English, MKBU. The topic of my blog is   Thinking activities in the question is  Write a blog for movie reviews.  1)  Mary Shelley's Frankenstein , a 1994 science fiction horror film directed by Kenneth Branagh.      2) Pride & Prejudice, a 2005 romantic drama film directed by Joe Wright.       Title:   "Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994): A Dark and Ambitious Adaptation" Introduction:            Few literary works have left as lasting an impression on the horror genre as Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus." Since its publication in 1818, the tale of Victor Frankenstein and his monstrous creation has been retold countless times on both page and screen. In 1994, director Kenneth Branagh took on the daunting task of br...

Welcome readers ! This blog is written in response to the thinking activity given by vaidaihi ma'am - Department of English, MKBU. The topic of my blog is   Thinking activities in the question is  If Pamela was in the contemporary time, will the story take any changes?        If Pamela, the protagonist of Samuel Richardson's 18th-century novel "Pamela; or, Virtue Rewarded," were to exist in contemporary times, her story would undoubtedly undergo significant changes. The transformation of the narrative would be influenced by various factors, including shifts in societal norms, technological advancements, and changes in legal and cultural landscapes. Here are several key points outlining how Pamela's story would change in a contemporary setting: Advancements in Communication Technology:  In the 18th century, Pamela communicated with Mr. B primarily through handwritten letters, which allowed for a slow and secretive exchange of messages. In contempor...