English Literature 8702/1 June 2019

The exam evaluates analytical skills in Shakespearean drama and 19th-century novels. Section A explores themes such as violence and ambition in Macbeth, love and fate in Romeo and Juliet, and revenge in The Tempest. Section B examines social critique, moral dilemmas, and character relationships in works like A Christmas Carol, Jane Eyre, and Pride and Prejudice. Topics include justice, societal pressures, and personal transformation. The paper emphasizes critical engagement with textual details, thematic analysis, and contextual understanding, fostering a comprehensive exploration of literary techniques and narrative structures across diverse genres and time periods.