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English Core · 2024 · 5 marks
CBSE 2024 · Region 1 · Set 1 · Q13
In the story 'The Third Level', reality and fantasy are interwoven. Justify.
In the story 'The Third Level', reality and fantasy are interwoven. Justify.
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Reality
post world war II scenario of 20th century
wants to escape from reality
took subway, reached 3rd level
only two levels exist at the Grand Central Station
Sam, his psychiatrist calls it a waking dream wish fulfillment
buys old style currency from all his money
keeps looking for 3rd level but never finds it again
Sam goes missing - finds Sam's letter in grandfather's collection of first day covers
Fantasy
Charley's imaginative description of the 3rd level
old locomotive, smaller rooms , fewer ticket windows and train gates, Old looking information booth
open gas flame lights, brass spittoons on the floor, pocket gold watch with cover
“The World” news paper edition dated 11th June $\displaystyle 1894$
use of old style currency notes
old dressing style of men and women
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