APSET Paper 2 Mock Test - 8 (English) - AP TET MCQ

The correct answer is The School for Scandal Key Points

•  'You can, indeed, each anxious fear remove, / For even Scandal dies, if you approve' - this line was said by Charles Surface in the Act 5, Scene 3
• The rhymed couplet at the end of the play is Sheridan's adaptation of an old comic convention.
• Called plaudite (Latin for "applaud"), this traditional appeal directly invited the audience to show their favor by applauding the actors and the playwright.
• The School for Scandal is a comedy of manners, a play satirizing the behaviour and customs of upper classes through witty dialogue and an intricate plot with comic situations that expose various shortcomings of the characters. 
• The play takes place in 1777.
• The wealth that the Surface brothers vie to inherit was earned by their uncle, Sir Oliver Surface, who has spent the last sixteen years in the East Indies. 

Therefore, Option 2 is the correct answer.

 Additional Information

• The Duenna is an 18th-century pastiche comic opera written by Richard Brinsley Sheridan.
• Featuring music from Thomas Linley the elder and his son, Thomas Linley the younger, the opera also included music from Italian and ballad operas. 
• A Trip to Scarborough is an 18th-century play by Richard Brinsley Sheridan, first performed on 24 February 1777.
• Sheridan based his work on John Vanbrugh's The Relapse, removing much of the bawdy content.
• The Rivals, comedy in five acts by Richard Brinsley Sheridan, produced and published in 1775.
• The Rivals concerns the romantic difficulties of Lydia Languish, who is determined to marry for love and into poverty. 

Utopia is the most famous work of Thomas More and the founding novel of a literary genre called Utopian Novel. The book is divided into two parts, in the second part, Raphael Hythloday describes various features of the island, called utopia. He tells that Utopians works for six hours per day and sleep on average about eight hours a day.

Hence, they left with plenty of free time, which they are free to use as they wish, but not to spend it in festivities or idleness. Most people use their free time to engage in intellectual pursuits and public lecturing. They also involve themselves in music, gardening, and other physical activities. Playing cards and dicing are not a part of their leisure pastimes.

Tono-Bungay is a realist semiautobiographical novel written by H. G. Wells ... His nephew engineers his uncle's escape from England in an experimental aircraft he has built, but the ruined .... These novels are very personal as well, treating aspects of Wells's own life, matters which would come under attack ...

The correct answer is "Thalaba the Destroyer".

Key Points

• Robert Southey was a prominent poet of the Romantic era and, along with William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, was one of the so-called "Lake Poets".
• Among Southey's significant works is the oriental epic "Thalaba the Destroyer", which tells the story of a young Arabian man who seeks to avenge the death of his father.
• The poem is notable for its exotic setting and its experimental use of unrhymed, irregularly metered verse, which Southey referred to as "an irregular ode".
• While Southey's reputation has been overshadowed by his more famous contemporaries, he was highly regarded in his time and served as Poet Laureate for 30 years.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

The correct answer is "It decodes the underlying meanings and messages conveyed through themes."

Key Points

• Thematic analysis is a methodological approach within literary research that involves identifying, analyzing, and reporting patterns (themes) within a text.
• This approach helps in uncovering the deeper meanings, beliefs, and values expressed in literary works, going beyond the surface-level interpretation of the narrative or characters.
• By focusing on themes, researchers can explore how literature reflects, confronts, or negotiates societal issues, human emotions, ethical dilemmas, and more.
• Thematic analysis allows for a nuanced understanding of the text by connecting different parts of the work to perceive overarching or recurring motifs.
• It is a flexible approach that can be applied to a wide range of texts and is particularly useful in comparative literature studies, where themes across different cultures, periods, or genres might be explored.
• The process involves careful reading and re-reading of the text, coding textual data, and then categorizing and interpreting patterns to form coherent themes.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

• Quilp, Daniel An evil dwarf in The Old Curiosity Shop, who lends money to Nell's grandfather (who gambles it away and flees). Quilp attempts to find Nell and her grandfather as they travel through the country. Later Quilp is pursued by the police and, lost in the fog, drowns in the Thames.
• Toodle, Polly (Richards) Little Paul Dombey's nurse, known in the Dombey household as Richards.
• Dodger is a pickpocket, so called for his skill and cunning in that respect. Pumblechook, Mr. is Joe Gargerys uncle, (ìbut Mrs. Joe appropriated him) in Great Expectations. Conceited and utterly materialistic, he is awell-to-do corn- chandler in the nearest town, [with] his own chaise-cart.
• Jack Dawkins, better known as the Artful Dodger, is a character in the Charles Dickens novel Oliver Twist.

The correct answer is 'Oral Defense.'

Key Points 

• An oral defense is a common requirement for both dissertations and theses in the final stages of completion.
• During the oral defense, the researcher presents and defends their work before a committee of faculty members or experts.
• The committee may ask questions to assess the researcher's understanding of the topic, research methodology, and the significance of the findings.
• An oral defense provides an opportunity for the researcher to demonstrate their knowledge, defend their research decisions, and receive feedback from the committee.

Therefore, the correct option is ‘Option 1.’

Additional Information 

• Option 2 is incorrect. While acknowledgments are common in both dissertations and theses, they are not a requirement for completion.
• Option 3 is incorrect. An abstract is a standard component in both dissertations and theses but is not part of the final defense.
• Option 4 is incorrect. Appendices may be included for additional material but are not a requirement for the final defense.

The correct answer is 'Use of vivid and powerful imagery'.

Key Points

• Sylvia Plath is renowned for her ability to craft vivid and powerful imagery in her poetry, using language that evokes intense emotional responses and paints striking visual pictures.
• Her work often delves into themes of self-identity, mental illness, the female experience, and death, with her imagery serving to bring these abstract concepts to life in a way that is both personal and universal.
• Poems like "Daddy" and "Lady Lazarus" are prime examples where Plath uses disturbing yet compelling imagery to explore her complex relationship with her father and her own struggles with mental health.
• Plath's use of imagery is not just descriptive but symbolic, often imbuing her poems with layers of meaning that invite deep analysis and interpretation.
• Her skillful use of metaphors and similes creates powerful connections between the everyday and the extraordinary, making her poetry resonant and impactful.

Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 2.’

Additional Information

• Unrestrained optimism about the future and emphasis on traditional poetic forms do not generally characterize Plath's work; her poetry is more known for its exploration of darker themes and innovation in style.
• While historical events can feature in her work, they are not the primary focus; her focus is more introspective and personal

The correct answer is 'Smith, J. (2018). Unlocking Literature. New York, NY: Literary Press.'

Key Points

• Author Format: The APA citation starts with the last name of the author, followed by the initial(s) of their first name (and middle name if available).
• Publication Year: The year of publication is enclosed in parentheses, followed by a period.
• Title Italicization: The title of the book is italicized, followed by a period.
• Publication Information: The location of the publisher is listed as the city and state abbreviation, followed by a colon, the name of the publisher, and a period.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Additional Information

• Option 2: This follows the MLA format rather than APA.
• Option 3: This is not a standard citation format in APA or MLA.
• Option 4: The publisher's location is missing, and italics are needed for the book title in APA format.

• Bee and Spider occur in Swift's The Battle of the Books.
• Snowball and Napoleon occur in Orwell's novel Animal Farm.
• The Devils Staff is mentioned in Nathaniel Hawthorne's story Young Goodman Brown.
• Christian and Evangelist figure in John Bunyan's Pilgrims Progress.

Julia kristeva is a philosopher and literary critic from France. Her main contribution to contemporary theory has been the elucidation of the process by which pre-verbal experience enters into language and activates cultural production. In her famous work, Revolution in Poetic Language: The Semiotic and the Symbolic, Kristeva states that there are two forces competing for expression in the language of poetry: the symbolic and the semiotic.

Every signification entails the dialectical interaction of the symbolic and the semiotic. She tries to capture the trace of what in a subject brings a text into being, not just what the text signifies. The eruption of the semiotic within the symbolic provides the creativity of modern language. She describes the subject as a sujet-en-proces; which in English can be a subject in process or a subject on trial.

The correct answer is 'Exploration of the victim's mother contributing to gender injustice.'

Key Points

• "Tara" breaks from tradition by highlighting the victim's mother's role in perpetuating gender injustice.
• The play nuancedly explores the complexity of gender dynamics, challenging the simplistic attribution of blame solely to men.
• Dattani's narrative invites reflection on the multifaceted nature of gender discrimination, involving both men and women in its perpetuation.

The correct answer is "To establish the scope of the study by identifying gaps in the existing literature."

Key Points

• Literature reviews are fundamental components of literary research methodology. Their primary purpose is not just to summarize existing works but to critically analyze them to identify what has been done and what remains to be explored.
• By identifying gaps in the existing literature, researchers can pinpoint where further study is needed or how a new perspective could contribute meaningfully to the field. This helps in shaping the research questions or hypotheses.
• Literature reviews also help in situating the current research within the broader scholarly conversation, showing how it relates to and builds upon previous studies.
• This process involves categorizing, comparing, and contrasting different approaches, outcomes, and methodologies witnessed in the existing body of work.
• A well-conducted literature review enables a research to avoid redundancy, ensuring that their work contributes new knowledge or insights.
• Beyond summarizing sources, literature reviews synthesize them in a way that provides a coherent overview of what is known and not known about a particular topic or question.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

Additional Information

• Summarizing personal opinions is subjective and does not generally contribute to academic research.
• Biographical information can be relevant but is not the primary focus of a literature review unless directly related to the research topic.
• Arguing the superiority of one genre over others is not the objective of scholarly research and lacks academic neutrality.

The correct answer is 'Radhakrishnan Commission'.

Key Points

• The Radhakrishnan Commission, formally known as the University Education Commission, was set up in 1948, shortly after India gained independence.
• It was named after its chairman, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, who later became the second President of India.
• The commission was tasked with re-evaluating the country's education system and suggesting improvements to promote national development.
• It emphasized the importance of higher education in national development and advocated for educational reforms that included the universalization of education, improvement in the quality of education, and stressing the role of education in instilling a sense of democracy and social welfare.
• The commission recommended a greater emphasis on the study of humanities and social sciences to encourage a broader cultural outlook among students.
• It also underscored the need for academic freedom, the importance of teacher welfare, and the role of universities as centers of research and higher learning.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

Additional Information

• The Kothari Commission, set up in 1964, focused on formulating a coherent policy for the Indian education system.
• The Mudaliar Commission, established in 1952, emphasized secondary education and suggested reforms to improve its quality and accessibility.
• The Hunter Commission, formed in 1882 during the British colonial period, was focused on elementary and secondary education, far earlier than the post-independence era.

The correct answer is 'Harpsichord'.

Key Points

• "A Song for St. Cecilia's Day" by John Dryden is a poem that glorifies music and its power to evoke various emotions and responses.
• Dryden employs rich imagery and symbolism, associating different instruments with specific qualities and effects.
• Instruments like the trumpet, violin, and organ are each mentioned and celebrated for their unique contributions to the canon of music and their symbolic significance within the poem.
• The harpsichord, while a popular instrument of the baroque period, is not specifically mentioned in Dryden's poem. The focus is instead on other instruments that symbolize aspects of the human experience and the divine.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

• Idylls of the King, is a collection of twelve narrative poems by the English poet Alfred Tennyson which published between 1859 and 1885. These poems recounts the legend of King Arthur, his knights, his love for Guinevere and her tragic betrayal of him, and the rise and fall of Arthur’s kingdom.
• The Idylls are written in blank verse. The Passing of Arthur or Morted’ Arthur is one of the twelve sections of the collection and retells the story of Arthur’s death after receiving a mortal wound when battled with Mordred. This section of the Idylls is a much expanded and altered version of Thomas Malory’s Morte d’Arthur.

The correct answer is "An Essay on Criticism."

Key Points

• "An Essay on Criticism" is a poem written by Alexander Pope and published in 1711.
• It is a didactic poem that presents Pope's views on poetry, criticism, and the proper rules for writing and judging literary works.
• The essay discusses various aspects of poetry, such as the importance of nature, wit, sound, and harmony in creating good poetry.
• Pope emphasizes the need for moderation and balance in poetic expression, cautioning against excessive ornamentation or dullness.
• The poem provides valuable insights into Pope's aesthetic principles and his understanding of the role of the poet and the critic in the literary world.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

The correct answer is "Webster".

Key Points

• 'Lexicography' is the study of lexicons or words that are required for the art of compiling and editing dictionaries. It finds its use in other academic disciplines.
•  Noah Webster is an American lexicographer, English-language spelling reformer, editor, author and political leader.
• An American Dictionary of the English Language published in 1828 also known as Merriam-Webster dictionary is one of his important works.

Therefore, the correct option is option 1.

The correct answer is 'Norse through the Viking invasions.'

Key Points

• Language Contact and Borrowing: The Viking invasions of England during the 8th to 11th centuries introduced Norse speakers to the Anglo-Saxon population, leading to significant language contact and borrowing.
• Lexical Contributions: Norse contributed a substantial number of words to the English lexicon, particularly in everyday vocabulary, place names, and even in the realm of law and governance.
• Phonetic Influence: The interactions between Old English and Old Norse speakers are also believed to have influenced the phonetic development of English, including changes in vowel sounds and the simplification of consonant clusters.
• Grammar and Syntax: The influence extended beyond vocabulary; it had impacts on grammar and syntax, with some scholars suggesting that the similarity between the two languages facilitated mutual intelligibility and borrowing.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Additional Information

• Option 1: While Latin had a significant influence on the English language, it was primarily through the Christianization of England rather than the Roman Conquest.
• Option 3: French had a profound influence on English vocabulary, but this occurred later, primarily after the Norman Conquest in 1066, affecting Middle English.
• Option 4: Greek has indeed influenced the vocabulary of English, particularly in the fields of science and medicine, but this influence was more pronounced in later periods, through scholarly and academic works, not during the Old English period.
• Cultural Impact: Norse influence reflects in English culture and language, showcasing the depth of integration between Viking settlers and Anglo-Saxon inhabitants.

The correct answer is "Belinda's dog".

Key Points

•  The Rape of the Lock is a mock-heroic narrative poem written by Alexander Pope.
• The poem  satirizes a minor incident of life, by comparing it to the epic world of the gods, and is based on an event recounted to Alexander Pope by his friend John Caryll. 
• Some of the prominent characters of "The Rape of Lock" are:
  • Belinda: Belinda is based on the historical Arabella Fermor
  • The Baron: This is the pseudonym for the historical Robert.
  • Caryl: The historical basis for the Caryl character is John Caryll, a friend of Pope .
  • Shock: Belinda’s lapdog
  • Ariel: Belinda’s guardian sylph

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

The correct answer is 'A second language learner uses familiar vocabulary to form sentences mentally before speaking'. 

Key Points

• Second language acquisition is when an individual learns any other language besides the mother tongue. 
• Krashen gave the second language acquisition theory. 
• The significant factors that influence Second language acquisition are: 
  • Motivation
  • Prior linguistic knowledge 
  • learning environment 
  • Teaching strategies
  • Age of the learner

Therefore the correct answer is option 2. 

Additional Information

• Krashen gave the second language acquisition theory.
• He has 5 main hypotheses:
  • ​the Acquisition-learning hypothesis
  • the monitor hypothesis
  • the input hypothesis
  • the affective filter hypothesis
  • the natural order hypothesis

The correct answer is " Empiricism"

 Key-Points

• Empiricism is a philosophical concept that believes in propositions that are rationally true or acceptable. According to this philosophy, concepts about an object originate from the experience of that object.
• The term has originated from the Greek word 'empeiria' which means "experience". 
• Empiricism was popularized in the 17th Century by British philosopher John Locke, who formulated the idea of mind as 'tabula rasa' or "blank tablet" on which experience of things leave their impression as a form of knowledge.
• The movement did not originate from art form or literature but was a philosophical treatise that later influenced authors and other schools of philosophy. 

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2

Additional Information

• Cubism was an 'Avant-grade art' movement popular in Europe during the 20th Century.
  • The movement was initiated by famous painters Pablo Picasso and George Braque.
  • They represented humans and other objects in their art in the form of geometric shapes like cubes.
  • French art critic Louis Vauxcelles coined the term 'cubism' after seeing the landscape painting by Braque in 1980. This movement later influenced related architecture, literature and music.
• Expressionism is a modernist art movement that originated in Northern Europe in the early 20th century.
  • The movement initially was seen in poetry and art that typically presented the subjective view of the author/artist in the form of distorted images.
  • The movement was initiated by the group called 'Die Brücke', which comprised four German painters namely; Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Fritz Bleyl, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff and Erich Heckel.
  • This powerful literary art movement lasted in Europe from 1905 to 1920.
  • 'The Scream' by Edvard Munch is one of the famous works of Expressionism. 
• Realism is a mid-19th Century art movement that began as a reaction against Romanticism and Historical paintings.
  • The movement flourished in France around 1840 with the aim of depicting a truthful vision of the contemporary life of the common people.
  • The movement was led by the French painter Gustave Courbet, whose famous work "The Stone Breakers" depicts the real hardship of two peasants.

The correct answer is 'Nobody will dare ask them to eat in the kitchen.'

Key Points

• The speaker predicts a future where they will be at the table, and nobody will dare to ask them to eat in the kitchen. 
• This reflects the speaker's anticipation of a time when they will be treated with equality and respect.

Therefore, the correct option is ‘Option 3.’

Additional Information 

• Option 1 is incorrect. The speaker's prediction is about being at the table, not demanding to be served in the kitchen.
• Option 2 is incorrect. The speaker's anticipation is not confrontational but anticipatory of positive change.
• Option 4 is incorrect. The prediction is not about preferring solitude but about being treated equally at the table

“New Atlantis” is an unfinished utopian novel by Sir Francis Bacon, published in 1627. In this work, Bacon portrays a sight of the future of human discovery and knowledge, conveying his aspirations and expectations for humankind. The novel depicts the creation of a utopian land where "generosity and enlightenment, dignity and splendor, piety and public spirit" are upheld by the inhabitants of the mythical Bensalem.

The correct answer is 'The shared emotional and cultural atmosphere of a specific historical period'.

Key Points

• Raymond Williams introduced the concept of 'structures of feeling' to describe the shared emotional and cultural climate that characterizes a particular historical era.
• According to Williams, 'structures of feeling' encompass the intangible yet pervasive attitudes, values, and moods that shape the thoughts, behaviors, and experiences of individuals within a specific social and historical context.
• These structures are not fixed or static but evolve over time, reflecting the changing social, political, and cultural dynamics of a given period.
• By exploring 'structures of feeling,' Williams sought to understand how cultural forms, including literature and art, reflect and contribute to the broader social and historical conditions of their time.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

The correct answer is ‘Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.’

Key Points 

• Both the Assertion and Reason are true.
• In "The Advancement of Learning," Francis Bacon critiques the traditional scholastic methods of learning prevalent during the Renaissance.
• Bacon advocates for a more empirical and inductive approach to acquiring knowledge, emphasizing observation, experimentation, and systematic inquiry.
• He believes that knowledge should be derived from experience and the careful observation of nature rather than relying solely on deductive reasoning.
• The Reason correctly explains the Assertion by stating that Bacon's work signifies a shift towards empirical methods and a departure from the rigid scholasticism of the time.

Therefore, the correct option is ‘Option 1.’

Additional Information 

• Option 2 is incorrect. The Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.
• Option 3 is incorrect. Both the Assertion and Reason are true.
• Option 4 is incorrect. The Assertion is true, and the Reason is true.

The correct answer is ' By obscuring the distinction between reality and simulation'.

Key Points

• Jean Baudrillard argued that the media plays a crucial role in creating a society where the distinction between reality and simulation becomes increasingly obscured, leading to hyperreality.
• He believed that media saturation contributes to the production and consumption of symbols and signs that represent things more than the things themselves, thus distorting our perception of reality.
• Baudrillard posited that in this environment, people are inundated with simulacra, or copies of things that no longer have a direct link to any reality, making it difficult to discern the authentic from the imitation.
• This impact of the media contributes to a societal condition where individuals are less grounded in the physical, immediate reality and more engaged with representations that may not accurately reflect the real world.
• He viewed this as leading to a disconnection from traditional markers of identity and reality, as media-driven simulations dominate our understanding and interaction with our environment.
• Baudrillard’s critique emphasizes the transformative power of media in shaping not just culture and communication, but the very fabric of reality itself.

This play has its setting both in Venice and Cyprus.

Jacques Derrida, a French philosopher best known for developing the groundbreaking theory of deconstruction. Derrida was known and appraised worldwide for his views and America is not an exception.

Geoffrey Hartman, Paul de Man, J. Hills Miller were literary critics, theorists, and philosophers of literature and influenced by Jacques Derrida’s philosophy of deconstruction.

These theorists were affiliated with Yale University (America) in the late 1970s and some of the theorists of Yale School. These three theorists and Harold Bloom considered to be prominent literary critics and American disciples of Derrida as well.

The correct answer is 'Stream of Consciousness'.

Key Points

• 'Stream of Consciousness' is a literary device used in narratives to show multiple streams of thoughts and feelings of the narrator.
• This mode of narration is characteristic of high-modern literature.
• It was extensively used by Modern Age writers like Virginia Woolf in "Mrs. Dalloway" (1925) and James Joyce in "Ulysses" (1922).

Therefore, Option 3 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Dorothy Richardson's 1915 novel "Pointed Roofs" is considered the first English novel to employ the stream-of-consciousness technique throughout its narrative.
• Automatic Writing is the term used to refer to such writing that is produced involuntarily or unconsciously by a person.
• Free Association is a psychological technique that was employed by Sigmund Freud to allow his patients to interact freely. In writing, this term is used for writing without self-censoring one's thoughts and feelings.