ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Three characteristics that are shown include anthropomorphism, negative qualities of the trickster, and helpfulness of the trickster, all in which will lead to the success of the trickster at the end of the tale. One technique commonly used in trickster tales is the use of anthropomorphism.

Detailed explanation-2: -Coyote is considered a trickster to both Syilx Okanagan and Secwepemc peoples. Coyote is often breaking the rules and bringing teachings through his adventurous mishaps. These teachings have strong ties to local societal values, traditional knowledge, spirituality and overall worldviews.

Detailed explanation-3: -In this story, the coyote is the trickster. He is involved in deceit when he breaks his promise to the buffalo, kills the cow, and does so because he thinks the buffalo will never find out.

Detailed explanation-4: -Description. The book of Genesis portrays the character Jacob as a brazen trickster who deceives members of his own family: his father Isaac, brother Esau, and uncle Laban. At the same time, Genesis depicts Jacob as YHWH’s chosen, from whom the entire people Israel derive and for whom they are named.