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English word ‘Novel’ is derived from the Italian word ______________

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  • Novella

  • Novelle

  • Novellus

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English word ‘Novel’ is derived from the Italian word Novella

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History of Novel
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Chapter 4: Section 4 : Study of Literary Genre - Set 6: A. History of Novel

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SCERT Maharashtra English [Marathi] 12 Standard HSC
Chapter 4 Section 4 : Study of Literary Genre
Set 6: A. History of Novel | Q 2.02

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Novel is recognized as the most dominant literary genre in modern times.


A Novel is relatively a short narrative.


‘Tale of Genji’ is described as world’s first novel.


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The women novelists haven’t contributed significantly in English Literature.


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2. Plot b) the struggle in between opposite forces
3. Conflict c) techniques of the narration
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2. William James b) crime fiction
3. George Eliot c) science-based novels
4. Mary Shelly d) psychological novels

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2. Mary Shelly b) novel of manners
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