Trial PMR 2011 Paper 2 Section C (Terengganu)

Section C : Novel

Based on the novel above, write on events that highlight the determination of a character. Provide evidence fromthe text to support your answer.

Sample answer :
I choose the novel The Prisoner of Zenda by Anthony Hawkins.( Choice of a novel)
This novel is about an Englishman that willing to impersonate the king of Ruritania to save the King's throne. (General Statement of the novel)
In this novel,I take Rudolf Rassendyll as a character that highlights the determination. (General Issue)
The prove is when he is very determine to impersonates the King Rudolf the Fifth(Event 1). Although he knows that he will be killed if anyone knows he was a false king. He is doing all this to save the throne from an evil Duke Michael, Rudolf The Fifth's brother(Prove from the novel). I think as a student, we have to be determine in all of our actions such as determine to achieve ambitions and to help those in need like Rudolf Rassendyll.(Opinion about the event 1)

Then, he determine to put his honour before love(Event 2). Events that shows determination is when Princess Flavia fallen in love with him. So do Rudolf Rassendyll. But they can't be together because Princess Flavia is the real king's fiancee. At the same time, Princess Flavia had to sacrifices her love to save the kindom. (Prove from novel) .This is the right decision by Rudolf Rassendyll I suppose. If they were meant together, the can but when it comes to honour, honour comes first(Opinion for event 2). I think Rudolf Rassendyll determination is suitable examplary behaviour for us. As a student, his determination is a good example for us in our study.(Closure)

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The Prisoner of Zenda - Common Questions

Common Questions

Practice 1 - What you have learnt ?
Sample Answers :

(1) I have learnt an important lesson from 'The Prisoner of Zenda'. It is the need to face challenges with courage. Rudolf knew the danger of impersonating King Rudolf V. Yet, he continued doing it to save the throne from the evil Duke Michael. His courageous acts paid off when he rescued the king. I learnt that we must handle challengers with courage.

(2) In the novel The prisoner of Zenda, I have learnt the values of honour and courage.
I learnt that honour is an important attribute to have. Rudolf Rassendyll is an honourable man. He promised to rescued King Rudolf the Fifth even though he had only met him briefly. He was willing to put his life in danger. He did not break his promise even though Duke Michael offered him riches and position. Here, Rudolf was not driven by greed but honour.
I also learnt that one must have courage to do the right thing. Rudolf impersonated King Rudolf the Fifth despite knowing that it would endanger his life. In fact, he was almost killed a few times. Even though he was outnumbered when he wanted to save the King, he had the courage to fight on.
These are the two values that I learnt from the novel.

Practice 2 - Which character in the story do you like the most ? Why ?

The character I like the most is Princess Flavia, the cousin to King Rudolf the Fifth. She is very beautiful and charming. She is loved greatly by the people who want Rudolf to set a date for the wedding quickly so that she can be the Queen of Ruritania. The Princess is also and observant woman. She can recognise some differences between Rudolf Rassendyll and King Rudolf almost immediately even though she is not aware that Rudolf has impersonated the King. She says to Rudolf, "You seem different. You look different. You are thinner. You've change somehow". She is also very concerned for the safety of Rudolf as she knows there is a conflict between Duke Michael and him. She warns him to be more careful. I admire her courage to make the stand to remain as Queen and help the King to rule the country even though the person she truly loves is Rudolf Rassendyll. Her greatness lies in these words spoken with such conviction, "Love is not all. You have shown me that honour must come first. My honour compels me to stay here. I cannot runaway from my duty. I must serve my country and my House." She has placed duty before love. Yet her sorrow is deep."Oh Rudolf! Rudolf ! Why did we ever meet ? The only comfort she has is the promise given by Rudolf. "My beautiful Queen, your ring will always be on my finger, My heart will always be yours." The silent exchange of the single stalk of red rose once a year is a constant reminder of their true love for each other, a love that demands great sacrific

The Prisoner of Zenda - Analyses of Character

Rudolf Rassendyll
-The protagonist in the novel
-A handsome and rich bachelor
-Courages
-Bold
-Honourable
-Helpful
-Passionate
-Loyal

King Rudolf V
-A weak character
-Not very dedicated king
-Irresponsible
-Has learnt his lesson and is willing to change

Duke Michael
-The antagonist in the novel
-Ambitious
-Very cunning
-No sense of brotherhood
-Evil and cruel
-greed for power and wealth
very materialistic

Rupert Hentzau
-The most wicked and daring character
-A talented swordsman and a good fighter
-Coldhearted
-Cruel and evil
-But, also charming and humorous
-A jealous man

Princess Flavia
-A very beautiful princess
-Loving
-Caring
-Loyal
-Honest
-Honourable

Colonel Sapt
-Loyal
-Obedient
-Wise and Intelligent
-Willing to sacrifice his life for the king
-Helpful
-A trusted friend

Colonel Fritz Von Tarlenheim
-Loyal
-Willing to sacrifice
-A trusted friend
-Helpful

Countess Helga
-A weak character
-Dishonest
-Coward
-Cannot keep promises

Johann Holf
-A weak character
-Dishonest
-Coward
-Cannot keep promises

Antoinette De Mauban
-Pretty and fashionable
-A rich widow
-True to her love
-A trusted friend
-Helpful