List of top English Core Questions on Literature asked in CBSE CLASS XII

“In that short time, we’ve managed to create quite a ruckus.” What does Tishani Doshi refer to by ‘ruckus’?

“One of these days you’re going to talk yourself into a load of trouble,” her father said aggressively. What do you learn about Sophie’s father from these lines? (Going Places) 
 

“Not at all,” Sadao said. “It is inconvenient to have you here any longer.” (The Enemy) What image do you form of Dr. Sadao based on the above remark?
How did Franz plan to turn the commotion in the classroom to his favour?
‘What I want should not be confused.’ What clarification does Pablo Neruda give to his readers? (Keeping Quiet)
‘Deep Water’ and ‘Indigo’ bring out the importance of overcoming fear. Discuss the two texts with reference to the above statement.
‘A thing of beauty is a joy forever.’ Explain with reference to the poem. (A Thing of Beauty)
How do the expressions ‘polished traffic’ and a stand that ‘pathetically pled’ depict the contrasting worlds that co-exist in the poem A Roadside Stand?
Bama and Zitkala-Sa have proven that education is the antidote to all social evils. Analyse their characters in terms of their struggles and their will to win. (Memories of Childhood)
The world’s geological history is trapped in Antarctica. Discuss with reference to the chapter ‘Journey to the End of the Earth’.
Franz from the ‘Last Lesson’ and the peddler from the ‘Rattrap’ learn from their mistakes. Discuss with reference to the above texts, the human tendency to make mistakes and learn from them.
Dr. Sadao had saved the life of the American soldier, but agreed to the General’s proposal of ending assassination. What prompted Dr. Sadao to agree to the General’s proposal? (The Enemy)
What was Charlie’s vision about Galesburg as it was in 1894? (The Third Level)
How was Annan instrumental in Bama achieving success in life? (Memories of Childhood)
"...how little changes in the environment can have big repercussions" Tishani Doshi in Journey to the End of the Earth gives an awakening call for man. Analyse the theme of the lesson in the light of the above statement.
Derry in On the Face of it is a victim of self-pity. Analyse Derry’s behaviour in the light of the above statement.
Sophie is an escapist and a dreamer. Franz loves to miss school. Analyse the result of both these characters as a result of their attitude towards life. (Going Places, The Last Lesson)
Gandhi said, “The real relief for them is to be free from fear.” (Indigo) Roosevelt knew when he said, “All we have to fear is fear itself.” (Deep Water) Analyse the status of sharecroppers and plight of William Douglas in the light of the above statements.
Mr. Lamb: “..... you thought it has an empty house, but inside it’s full.” What do these words tell you about Mr. Lamb? (On the Face of It)
What is the significance of the third level? (The Third Level)
How did Tishani Doshi’s visit to Antarctica as part of the Students on Ice Programme make her realise the importance of preserving the Earth? (Journey to the End of the Earth)
The element of dilemma, between humanity and patriotism, elevates the character of Dr. Sadao in ‘The Enemy’. Support your answer with evidence from the text.
Kamala Das in ‘Keeping Quiet’ and Keats in ‘A Thing of Beauty’ depict nature as a source of inspiration and strength to man. Analyse both the poems in terms of the above perspective.
“Where there is a will, there is a way.” The above saying aptly describes the character of Douglas from ‘Deep Water’ and Mukesh from ‘Lost Spring’. Compare and contrast their characters in terms of their courage, determination, and the pursuit of their goals.
What image of the Tiger King is revealed in the diamond ring episode?