BEGC-113 · December 2024 · English
IGNOU BEGC-113 December 2024 Previous Year Question Paper
MODERN EUROPEAN DRAMA
Structured previous year question paper for BEGC-113, December 2024 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 6 · Sections: 2
Verified: 5 Aug 2026
B. A. (HONS.) ENGLISH
(BAEGH)
Term-End Examination
December, 2024
BEGC-113 : MODERN EUROPEAN DRAMA
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note : Section A is compulsory. Attempt any three
questions from Section B. All questions carry
equal marks.
Section—A
Q1.Write notes on any two of the following in about 150 words each : 2×10=20
(a) The tradition of a Problem Play
(b) Role of satire and absurdism in ‘Rhinoceros’
(c) ‘Alienation effect’ in Brecht’s theatre [ 2 ]
Q2.Critically examine, with reference to the context, any two of the following : 2×10=20
(a) Vladimir : Pull on your trousers. Estragon : You want me to pull off my trousers ? Again. “Let us go.” (They do not move)
(b) Daisy : They’re singing. Berenger : They’re roaring, I tell you. Daisy : You’re mad; they’re singing.
(c) They are poor. They have no friends. They need someone. How can they be refused ?
Section—B
Q3.Analyze the character of Berenger and his journey throughout the play. How does he change and what does he represent ?
Q4.How does Brecht employ the concept of “epic theatre” in “The Good Woman of Szechuan” ? Provide examples from the play.
Q5.How does Ibsen use symbolism in “ Ghosts” to convey deeper meanings or messages ?
Q6.How does L onesco use absurdity and satire to comment on political and social issues in “Rhinoceros” ?