ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

TRADITIONAL LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
UAE has invited authors and university ____ to literary gatherings and book festivals.
A
merchants
B
cultures
C
professors
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Traditional UAE’s literary heritage comprises Taghrouda and Nabati poetry. Taghrouda involves a poetry duel. This art was practised in rural areas to hasten the search for a lost camel or horse. Al Taghrouda, which is popular at weddings, is also performed on horseback to urge horses to speed up.

Detailed explanation-2: -Awafi Festival This is one of the few traditional festivals in UAE. It is a time of competitions, art exhibitions, and performances. Be a part of the madness as souped-up SUVs try to scale the tallest and the steepest sand dunes. It is held every year in the desert of Ras al-Khaimah.

Detailed explanation-3: -National Day is one of the most important days in the UAE calendar. Taking place on 2 December, it marks the anniversary of the UAE’s formal independence from the UK and the union of the country’s seven emirates.

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