English Literature & Linguistics MCQs
Topic Notes: English Literature & Linguistics
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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Who is the author of the 1983 novel 'Shame'?
Answer:
Ahmed Salman Rushdie
Salman Rushdie published 'Shame' in 1983. The novel is a significant piece of postcolonial literature that uses magical realism to critique the political landscape and social tensions in Pakistan, reflecting on themes of national identity and historical trauma.