LITERARY SPHERE

Postmodern Literature - UGC NET MCQs Postmodern Literature - MCQs for UGC NET English 2025 1. Who coined the term “metafiction” in the context of postmodern literature? A. Brian McHale B. William H. Gass C. Linda Hutcheon D. Patricia Waugh William H. Gass coined the term "metafiction" in 1970 to describe fiction that self-consciously addresses the devices of fiction. 2. Jean-François Lyotard defines Postmodernism as... A. The search for universal truths B. Incredulity towards metanarratives C. Revival of classical forms D. Emphasis on realism Lyotard’s famous definition of postmodernism emphasizes skepticism of grand narratives or universal truths. 3. Which of the following is a characteristic of postmodern literature? A. Linear narrative B. Objective reality C. Fragmentation D. Authorial authority Fragmentation of narrative...

Here are 10 MCQs on Postmodern Drama with short explanations from a UGC NET perspective: 1. Which playwright is known for his absurdist and postmodern works, such as "Waiting for Godot"? a) Samuel Beckett b) Tom Stoppard c) Harold Pinter d) Edward Albee Explanation: a) Samuel Beckett. Beckett's plays, like "Waiting for Godot," are iconic examples of absurdist and postmodern drama, challenging traditional notions of plot, character, and meaning. 2. What is a key feature of postmodern drama? a) Linear narrative structure b) Realistic character portrayal c) Playfulness with language and form d) Didactic message Explanation: c) Playfulness with language and form. Postmodern drama often subverts traditional dramatic structures, experimenting with language, narrative, and character to create a sense of uncertainty and fragmentation. 3. Who wrote the postmodern play "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead"? a) Tom Stoppard b) Harold Pinter c) Samue...