University of the State of New York 109th examination 21ST EXTENSION EXAMINATION AMERICAN LITERATURE Saturday, April 22, 1893-9: 15 a. m. to 12: 15 p. m., only Answer any 10 of these questions but no more I How has Emerson's philosophy affected modern religious thought? 2 Give an outline of the story of Ethan Brand. Give the interpretation of the story. 3 Compare Lowell's patriotic poems with those of Whittier. Illus trate. 4 What use does Lowell make of humor? Illustrate. 5 Give an account of Brook Farm. 6 What principles of modern science are developed and exemplified in Holmes' novels? 7 Give a character sketch of the Duke of Alva. 8 How did Motley's training and environment affect his literary work? 9 Compare Irving, Motley and Parkman as historians. 10 Make a critical estimate of one of Longfellow's prose works. II Justify Longfellow's title as the people's poet of America. 12 Compare Whittier and Burns as lyric poets. Illustrate. 13 Give a brief account of the Jesuit mission in America. 14 Give a biographic sketch of Hawthorne. 15 Are the Biglow papers poetry? State and defend your position. University of the State of New York 108th examination 17TH EXTENSION EXAMINATION AMERICAN LITERATURE Saturday, March 18, 1893 — 10:00 a. m. to 1:00 p. m., only Answer any 10 of these questions but no more I Was Emerson a true poet? State and defend your position. 2 What place is given to humor in Lowell's works? 3 Compare Irving, Parkman and Motley as historians. 4 What is the theme of Hawthorne's works? Trace it in two of his novels. 5 Give the story of Sir Launfal and its moral. 6 Compare Whittier's slavery poems with his lyrics. 7 Give an outline of Bryant's life, showing the critical points of his literary career. 8 Criticize Holmes as a novelist, proving your statements, when possible, by reference to his novels. 9 What are the characteristics of Bryant's style and thought? 10 What effect had Whittier's early life and training on his poetry? II What is Emerson's philosophy? 12 Compare the Tales of a wayside inn with its English model. 13 What can you say of Lowell's religious belief as seen in his works? 14 Describe the character of Motley, mentioning those portions of his experience which developed it. 15 Give a character sketch of Hester Prynne. University of the State of New York 107th examination COURSE IN ENGLISH READING 100 credits, necessary to pass, 75 Credits allowed each answer depend on its completeness and accuracy SKETCH BOOK I Write the story of Rip Van Winkle. I 2 Give a description of Sleepy Hollow and sketch the character o Ichabod Crane. I 3 Mention some characteristics of Irving's style that you have observed in the Sketch book. AMERICAN SCHOLAR 4 What are the three influences that Emerson says should be exerted on the mind of the scholar? 6 5 Give an outline of Emerson's idea of books as expressed in this essay. 6 What is Emerson's opinion regarding self-trust? 7 Discuss the literary value of Emerson's essays. THE COURTSHIP OF MILES STANDISH 4 4 8 Sketch the scene in which John Alden gives the message of Miles Standish to Priscilla. 9 Write a quotation of not less than four lines. DAVID COPPERFIELD 10 Write a description of David's childhood. II Sketch the character of Uriah Heep. ΙΟ I 2 6 12 Name three other prominent characters mentioned in the story and give characteristics of each. I 2 University of the State of New York Examinations Department 108th examination COURSE IN ENGLISH READING 100 credits, necessary to pass, 75 Credits allowed each answer depend on its completeness and accuracy IVANHOE 1 What historic period does this work cover? 2 2 Sketch the character of Rebecca and outline the treatment she 14 received from her persecutors. 3 Describe the scene of the storming of Front-de-Boeuf's castle. ΙΟ SECOND ESSAY ON THE EARL OF CHATHAM 4 Who was the Earl of Chatham, the subject of this essay? Under whose reign did his political power become weakened? 5 Give a sketch of his character as it is depicted in this essay. TWELFTH NIGHT 6 Write the story of the play. 7 Give an outline of Viola's confession of her love to the duke. 8 Contrast the character of Viola with that of Olivia. SKETCH BOOK 4 8 I 2 ΙΟ 8 9 Mention your favorite essay in the Sketch book and briefly outline Name three other essays included in this book. ts story. SIR ROGER DE COVERLEY PAPERS 10 Give a sketch of Sir Roger at church. II Outline Sir Roger's opinion of party spirit. 12 Give an account of the publication of these essays. 14 University of the State of New York Examinations Department 111th examination COURSE IN ENGLISH READING Friday, June 16, 1893-1: 15 to 4: 15 p. m., only 100 credits, necessary to pass, 75 Credits allowed each answer depend on its completeness and accuracy I Sketch the life of two of the following characters as depicted by the author in each case: Ivanhoe, Viola, Miles Standish, Rip Var Winkle. 2 Describe Lord Marmion's death. Write the story of Clare. 3 Outline Emerson's idea of the scholar. I 2 4 Describe the character of Rebecca as depicted in Ivanhoe Who was the Black Knight? the Disinherited Knight? 5 Sketch the character of Sir Roger de Coverley. I 2 6 6 Give some characteristics of Dickens' style. Outline briefly the story of David Copperfield. I 2 7 Explain how five of the following characters are concerned in the works in which they are introduced: Cassius, De Wilton, Orsino, Front-de-Boeuf, John Alden, Rebecca, Olivia, Priscilla, Constance, Miss Murdstone. 20 8 Write a quotation of not less than four lines from one of the following: (a) Julius Cæsar; (b) Twelfth Night. Explain the connection. 14 |