4-Breakfast by John Steinbeck THEME OF THE STORY OR A STORY OF SIMPLE PEOPLE (V.IMP) Q: What is the theme or central idea of the story? OR What type of people has been presented in the story? OR Why can the writer not forget his meeting with the simple villagers? Discuss. OR “That’s all”, says the narrator almost at the end of story, “I know, of course, some of the reasons why it was pleasant.” Discuss. Answer: “Breakfast” is a story of common people. It is a critique of modern…
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The Short Stories (B.A./ADA) section is designed to meet the academic needs of students enrolled in Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Associate Degree in Arts (ADA) programs at leading Pakistani universities such as Punjab University (PU), Government College University Faisalabad (GCUF), University of Sargodha (UOS), and University of Gujrat (UOG). This section covers the complete syllabus of short stories prescribed in English compulsory or elective courses. Students will find comprehensive summaries, character sketches, theme discussions, stylistic analysis, and exam-oriented notes. Whether you’re preparing for your annual exams or seeking a deeper understanding of the texts, this resource offers clear, concise, and relevant material aligned with the curricula of major universities. All content is written with a focus on clarity, academic integrity, and exam success.
The New Constitution by Manto
3. The New Constitution by Manto 1. EXPECTATIONS AND DISILLUSIONMENT OF USTAD MANGU (V.IMP) Q. No. 1: What kind of change was Ustad Mangu expecting from the new Act 1935? Explain. OR What was new constitution? OR How was Mangu disillusioned on 1st April? OR How did Ustad Mangu feel when his hopes and expectations were not fulfilled? Answer: “The New Constitution” refers to 1st April when India Act 1935 was to come into effect. The Indians thought that after the enforcement of this act, they would witness a new…
Read MoreRAPPACCINI’S DAUGHTER BY HAWTHORNE
2-RAPPACCINI’S DAUGHTER BY HAWTHORNE 1. A FANTASY OR A SCIENCE FICTION Q. No.1: How far is Rappaccini’s Daughter a science fiction? Discuss. OR Narrate the incidents of horror that take place in the story. OR Discuss Rappaccini’s Daughter as an imaginary story. Answer: “Rappaccini’s Daughter” is a fantasy. A fantasy is an imaginary story with some moral lesson. The story is also a science fiction because it is based on actual science facts. Main events of the story are based on some scientific facts. The very first thing that…
Read MoreThe Killers by Hemingway
1- THE KILLERS BY HEMINGWAY) 1. SCENE OF HENRY’S LUNCH ROOM Q. No. 1: Reproduce the scene of Henry’s lunch room in your own words. OR Why do Al and Max visit Henry’s lunch room? How do they treat the servants of Henry’s lunch room? Answer: “THE KILLERS” is a story about the expected murder of a person, Ole Anderson. Two hirelings, Al and Max are following him. They have never seen Ole Anderson. They have come to know that Ole Anderson visits Henry’s Lunch Room daily. They enter the…
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