IGNOU BEGLA-137 Assignment 2026-27
Language through Literature
Last updated by IGNOU: 17 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 05 Nov 2026, 04:25 am.
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| Course code | BEGLA-137 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Language through Literature |
| Programme | BA General Programme (BAG)BAG |
| School | School of Humanities |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the BEGLA-137 assignment
This BEGLA-137 assignment covers Blocks 1–4 and tests grammar, vocabulary, literary devices and rhetoric. It assesses how you apply the course material and use critical appreciation skills rather than reproduce information from the study material.
The tutor-marked assignment carries 100 marks and has seven printed questions, numbered 1–3 and 5–8. All questions are compulsory, with choices within Questions 6 and 7. Tasks include grammar exercises, sentence writing, short notes, comparisons with examples and a discussion of rhetoric.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Complete ten sentences using appropriate forms of the verbs supplied. |
| Q2 | 10 | Explain ten phrasal verbs and demonstrate their use in original sentences. |
| Q3 | 10 | Write sentences that distinguish the meanings of ten pairs of similar-sounding words. |
| Q5 | 10 | Convert ten statements into both negative and question forms. |
| Q6 | 5 x 4 = 20 | Write short notes on any four of five listed devices covering sound, comparison and personification. |
| Q7 | 5x4=20 | Distinguish any four of five pairs of literary devices using suitable examples. |
| Q8 | 20 | Explain rhetoric and discuss devices that can strengthen the impact of speech and writing. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Answer every question, observing the internal choices in Questions 6 and 7.
- Submit neatly handwritten answers in simple, correct English, with ideas arranged logically.
- Apply your understanding instead of copying passages from the course material; give essay-type answers an introduction and conclusion.
- Use only foolscap-size paper, tag the pages securely and write the relevant question number beside each answer.
- Put your enrolment number, name, full address and date at the top right of the first page.
- Write the course title, assignment number and your Study Centre's name in the centre of the first page.
- Stay within any word limits indicated in the questions.
- Submit the assignment to your Study Centre before taking the Term-End Examination, keep a copy and obtain a submission receipt.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June TEE); 30 September 2026 (December TEE)
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the BEGLA-137 assignment cover?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
What are the BEGLA-137 assignment submission deadlines?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June Term-End Examination and 30 September 2026 for the December Term-End Examination.
What are the maximum marks and weightage?
The assignment carries 100 marks, and the official listing gives it a 30% weightage.
Which blocks should I study, and must I answer every question?
The assignment is based on Blocks 1–4. All questions must be answered, but Questions 6 and 7 each allow you to choose four of the five listed options.
Why does the question numbering skip Question 4?
The supplied PDF lists Questions 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 and 8. It does not include a Question 4 or explain the numbering gap.
Does the assignment need to be handwritten?
Yes. The PDF requires handwritten work on foolscap-size paper, with pages tagged securely. It also asks you to keep a copy and collect a receipt from your Study Centre.
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