Literature In English 2004 Jamb Examination
Literature In English 2004 Jamb Examination
Question 41
This question is based on George Orwell's Animal Farm.
The turn of events in the novel shows that the novelist is
The turn of events in the novel shows that the novelist is
Orwell critiques authority, corruption, and totalitarianism, breaking down established ideologies through satire. This iconoclastic stance exposes the hypocrisy of political systems that exploit the masses.
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Question 42
This question is based on George Orwell's Animal Farm.
The events in the novel are set in
The events in the novel are set in
The novel uses animals and a fictional farm to represent real political events. Thus, the setting is an imagined world that mirrors human political society allegorically.
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Question 43
This question is based on George Orwell's Animal Farm.
The last major battle in the novel is the battle
The last major battle in the novel is the battle
The final major conflict described is the Battle of the Windmill, where the animals defend their structure against destruction, symbolizing persistence against oppressive forces.
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Question 44
This question is based on George Orwell's Animal Farm.
The ideological leader of the revolution in the novel is
The ideological leader of the revolution in the novel is
Old Major inspires the rebellion through his vision of equality and freedom. Although he dies before the revolution, his ideology lays the foundation for the events that follow.
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Question 45
This question is based on Abubakar Gimba's Witnesses to Tears.
'A repulsive game, nonetheless. Majority participation in a voice doesn't turn it into a virtue, no matter the social standing of the participants.'
The game referred to in the passage above is
'A repulsive game, nonetheless. Majority participation in a voice doesn't turn it into a virtue, no matter the social standing of the participants.'
The game referred to in the passage above is
The term 'repulsive game' here refers to corruption and bribery in society, known as graft. The author condemns it as immoral regardless of the number of participants.
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Question 46
This question is based on Abubakar Gimba's Witnesses to Tears.
In the novel, the foil to Lahab's character is
In the novel, the foil to Lahab's character is
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Question 47
This question is based on Abubakar Gimba's Witnesses to Tears.
In the novel, Serah dies of
In the novel, Serah dies of
The novel Witnesses to Tears is set in Nigeria and deals with themes of corruption, poverty, and human rights abuses. Serah's death by asphyxiation is a significant plot point, highlighting the oppressive and suffocating atmosphere of the society depicted in the book. Her death is a symbol of the broader societal issues and the tragic consequences of the characters' actions and choices.Â
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Question 48
This question is based on S.I Osammor's The Triumph of the Water Lily.
Nkem leaves Odili's house because
Nkem leaves Odili's house because
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Question 49
This question is based on S.I Osammor's The Triumph of the Water Lily.
The preoccupation of the novel is
The preoccupation of the novel is
The novel centers on the struggles and eventual triumphs of Nkem and Odili. Their journey reflects perseverance, resilience, and the value of love in overcoming life’s trials.
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Question 50
This question is based on S.I Osammor's The Triumph of the Water Lily.
'What is in the past is gone forever. It is only the present that belongs to us! Grasp what chance of happiness you can find at the moment with both hands!'
The past in the extract above refers to
'What is in the past is gone forever. It is only the present that belongs to us! Grasp what chance of happiness you can find at the moment with both hands!'
The past in the extract above refers to
The past being referred to is Norman, whose relationship with Effua is already over. The advice emphasizes moving on from past disappointments and embracing present opportunities.