Literature In English 2006 Jamb Examination
Literature In English 2006 Jamb Examination
Question 1
This question is based on General Literary Principles.
A metrical pause occurring in the middle of a line in a poem is called
A metrical pause occurring in the middle of a line in a poem is called
A caesura is a deliberate pause within a line of poetry, often marked by punctuation or a natural pause in speech. It helps create rhythm, emphasize meaning, and produce a dramatic effect within the meter of the poem.
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Question 2
This question is based on General Literary Principles.
The sides of a stage are called
The sides of a stage are called
In theater, the wings refer to the areas to the side of the stage, hidden from the audience, where actors wait before entering, and where props and scenery are stored, enabling smooth stage transitions.
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Question 3
This question is based on Ahmed Yerima's Attahiru.
The character attributes of Attahiru qualify him as
The character attributes of Attahiru qualify him as
Caliph Attahiru is depicted as deeply committed to the Islamic faith and defending religious principles, even at personal risk. This portrayal aligns with the depiction of a Muslim fanatic driven by unwavering religious conviction.
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Question 4
This question is based on selected poems from Ker, D. et al (eds.): New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.): Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T.(eds.): A Selection of African Poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus: Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E.et al (eds.): Longman Examination Guides and Nwoga D.I. (ed.): West African Verse.
In We Must Learn Again to Fly, Ofeimum exhorts the reader
In We Must Learn Again to Fly, Ofeimum exhorts the reader
The poem encourages resilience and hope amidst challenges, urging the reader to persevere and not succumb to despair. This aligns with the interpretation of encouraging one not to lose hope in the face of adversity.
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Question 5
This question is based on General Literary Principles.
A travelogue is
A travelogue is
A travelogue is a literary account detailing the writer's personal experiences, observations, and reflections while traveling, often providing cultural, social, and geographical insights.
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Question 6
This question is based on General Literary Principles.
Flashback in a literary work helps to
Flashback in a literary work helps to
A flashback interrupts the chronological sequence to present events from the past, providing essential context, deepening character understanding, and enhancing the narrative perspective, rather than presenting extraneous details.
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Question 7
This question is based on General Literary Principles.
An address to a metaphysical source of inspiration by a poet is called
An address to a metaphysical source of inspiration by a poet is called
In poetry, an invocation is the act of appealing to a muse, deity, or higher power for guidance, inspiration, or creative assistance, a device commonly used in classical and epic poetry.
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Question 8
This question is based on General Literary Principles.
A complex plot can be described as the plot structure that has
A complex plot can be described as the plot structure that has
A complex plot involves multiple interwoven strands of events, often occurring simultaneously or in parallel, which create narrative tension and allow for intricate storytelling beyond a simple linear progression.
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Question 9
This question is based on General Literary Principles.
The physical setting within which the action of a narrative takes place is the
The physical setting within which the action of a narrative takes place is the
In literary terms, the locale refers to the geographical, cultural, and physical environment where the narrative unfolds, influencing characters' actions and shaping the story's atmosphere.
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Question 10
This question is based on Ahmed Yerima's Attahiru.
The play is historical because it deals with
The play is historical because it deals with
The historical nature of the play is anchored in its depiction of actual events, notably the British colonial strategy to merge the southern and northern protectorates, a significant historical moment influencing the story's context and characters.