Alternate English Third Semester Syllabus

ELEMENTS OF DRAMA

(Introduction to Drama and its Appreciation)

Texts:

1. Girish Karnad - Nagamandala

Suggested Elements for discussion:

1. Folk Tale element
2. Schizophrenia – split personality
3. Plot and characterization
4. Symbolism – Animal and Nature imaginary
5. Dialogue and the play as a translation
6. Opening and conclusion – structure

2. Trial Scene from Merchant of Venice

3. Refund – One Act Play

Alternate English Third Semester Study Notes

Final Examinations:

1. Annotations from Nagamandala 5 x 4 = 20
2. Questions on Nagamandala 8 x 3 = 24
3. Questions on Merchant of Venice & Refund 8 x 2 = 16

Writing Component:

1. Preparation of Introductory speech, proposing a vote of thanks 1 x 6
2. Report – Writing of college events 1 x 6
3. Essay writing 1 x 8

Total 80 Marks