Skill 1.3, 1.8, 1.9, 1.
10:
Develop an account of some famous writers and poets of Pakistan.
Identify the various forms of Pakistani literature.
State the salient features of Pakistani literature and appreciate its
different forms.
Evaluate the role of famous poets and writers in awakening Muslims at
the subcontinents for a separate nation.
1. Choose the correct option.
1. Which of the following writers is known for his philosophical poetry that
inspired the creation of Pakistan and is considered the "Spiritual Father of
Pakistan"?
A) Faiz Ahmed Faiz
B) Allama Muhammad Iqbal
C) Saadat Hassan Manto
D) Ismat Chughtai
2. Which of the following is a major characteristic of Pakistani literature?
A) It primarily focuses on colonial history.
B) It integrates a mix of Urdu, Punjabi, Pashto, and Sindhi influences.
C) It emphasizes the use of English over regional languages.
D) It only focuses on historical events.
3. Which form of literature became a key vehicle for political expression
during the Pakistan Movement?
A) Drama
B) Poetry
C) Novels
D) Essays
2. Below is a pie chart that shows the distribution of different literary
forms in Pakistan based on the themes they explore.
Data Analysis Questions:
Which literary form dominates Pakistani literature, and why do you think it has such a strong
presence?
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Short Stories make up 25% of Pakistani literature. What do you think this percentage reflects
about the society and the role of literature in reflecting social issues?
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Why do you think drama has such a smaller share compared to poetry and short stories?
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3. Match the famous poet/writer from Pakistan with their major literary
contribution or role in the Pakistan Movement.
Famous Writers/Poets: Contributions/Roles:
Allama Muhammad Iqbal Her novels portrayed the life of Indian
Muslims, the cultural heritage of South
Asia, and the impact of the Partition.
Faiz Ahmed Faiz Revolutionized Urdu short stories by
capturing social, political, and gender
issues during the British colonial period.
Saadat Hassan Manto Was a prominent feminist writer, known
for addressing issues of women's rights
and social norms in her works.
Qurratulain Hyder Played a significant role in advocating for
a separate Muslim state through his poetry
and speeches.
Ismat Chughtai Created a literary expression of the human
condition post-Partition, focusing on the
psychological aftermath of violence.
Answers:
Choose the Correct Option:
1. Which of the following writers is known for his philosophical poetry that
inspired the creation of Pakistan and is considered the "Spiritual Father of
Pakistan"?
o B) Allama Muhammad Iqbal
2. Which of the following is a major characteristic of Pakistani literature?
o B) It integrates a mix of Urdu, Punjabi, Pashto, and Sindhi influences.
3. Which form of literature became a key vehicle for political expression during the
Pakistan Movement?
o B) Poetry
2. Data Analysis Questions:
1. Which literary form dominates Pakistani literature, and why do you think it has
such a strong presence?
o Poetry dominates Pakistani literature due to its historical role in
expressing national and political movements, especially during the
struggle for Pakistan's creation. Poets like Allama Iqbal used poetry as a
vehicle to inspire and unite people.
2. Short Stories make up 25% of Pakistani literature. What do you think this
percentage reflects about the society and the role of literature in reflecting social
issues?
o The short stories represent a significant portion of literature as they
reflect the social issues and the challenges of everyday life, focusing on
personal experiences and societal concerns. This form allows writers to
address complex issues in a concise manner.
3. Why do you think drama has such a smaller share compared to poetry and short
stories?
o Drama has a smaller share due to the cultural and historical preference
for poetry and short stories, which have long been integral to expressing
political, social, and personal struggles in Pakistan. Drama, while
impactful, may have been overshadowed by these more prevalent forms of
literary expression.
3. Match the Famous Poet/Writer from Pakistan with their Major Literary
Contribution or Role in the Pakistan Movement:
Famous
Contributions/Roles
Writers/Poets
Allama Muhammad Played a significant role in advocating for a separate Muslim state
Iqbal through his poetry and speeches.
Revolutionized Urdu short stories by capturing social, political, and
Faiz Ahmed Faiz
gender issues during the British colonial period.
Saadat Hassan Created a literary expression of the human condition post-Partition,
Manto focusing on the psychological aftermath of violence.
Her novels portrayed the life of Indian Muslims, the cultural heritage
Qurratulain Hyder
of South Asia, and the impact of the Partition.
Was a prominent feminist writer, known for addressing issues of
Ismat Chughtai
women's rights and social norms in her works.
