English Literature Mcqs
Which of the following does Joyce address thematically in The Dubliners ?

A. The positive side of war with germany
B. The supremacy of britain
C. Irish nationalism
D. The irish nation’s inability to survive without england’s help

According to Stephen, how is art represented in the lyrical form ?

A. The image is presented in immediate relation to the artist himself
B. The image is presented is immediate relation to the artist and others
C. The image is presented in a way that is not purely personal
D. The image is presented in immediate relation to others only

In The Dubliners, how does Joyce use epiphanies ?

A. They sometimes clarify the connection between death and life
B. They are often coupled with resignation, sadness, and frustration
C. They create a system of hope, followed by passive acceptance
D. All of the above

In “Two Gallants,” Joyce’s major critical commentary is__________________?

A. That women are more at fault than men
B. That individuals are too passive
C. That people work too hard for change
D. That catholicism is not to blame for problems

To what does the title of Joyce’s short story “After the Race” refer ?

A. The race for more modes of transportation
B. The decline of the irish race
C. The race to establish an empire
D. The race for ireland’s welfare

In The Dubliners, which story/stories provide(s) an example of unrequited passion ?

A. “the dead”
B. “eveline”
C. “a painful case”
D. All of the above

In The Dubliners, which literary style is used ?

A. Realism
B. Impressionism
C. Fantasy
D. Gothic

At the end of “Eveline,” what decision does the title character make ?

A. She decides to stay in ireland
B. She decides to quit her job
C. She decides to leave her mother
D. She leaves for france