Literature In English 2015 Jamb Examination
Literature In English 2015 Jamb Examination
Question 11
This question is based on William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.
__________ decides that Juliet should marry a young man named Paris, who has been asking for her hand
__________ decides that Juliet should marry a young man named Paris, who has been asking for her hand
In Romeo and Juliet, Lord Capulet, Juliet's father, plays a pivotal role in determining Juliet's marriage arrangements. He initially hesitates but eventually decides that Juliet should marry Paris, reflecting the societal expectations of parental authority in marriage decisions during the Elizabethan era.
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Question 12
This question is based on Buchi Emecheta's The Joys of Motherhood.
Nnu Ego's second marriage is to Nnaife, a man who works in Lagos as the washer for
Nnu Ego's second marriage is to Nnaife, a man who works in Lagos as the washer for
Nnu Ego's second marriage to Nnaife connects her to Lagos, where Nnaife works as a washer for Dr. and Mrs. Meers. This arrangement highlights themes of urban migration, gender roles, and the socio-economic realities faced by women seeking better opportunities for their families.
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Question 13
The use of sound pattern to suggest meaning in poetry is
In poetry, rhythm refers to the patterned recurrence of sounds, stresses, or beats in a line. It helps convey meaning, emotion, and musicality, often enhancing the reader's or listener's experience by emphasizing key ideas or themes.
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Question 14
This question is based on selected poems from Johnson, R. et al (eds): New Poetry African; Soyinka W. (ed): Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent. T. (eds): A Selection of African Poetry; U. Maduka, C. T et al: Exam Focus: Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A. E. et al (eds): Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga D. I. (ed): West African verse; and Adeoti G: Naked Soles.
The excerpt below from Marvell's To His Coy Mistress is an example of
'Pataki and Mustard flowers like blue and yellow eyes peep through the green grass'
The literary devices used in these lines from Mohan Singh's 'A Village Girl' are________
The excerpt below from Marvell's To His Coy Mistress is an example of
'Pataki and Mustard flowers like blue and yellow eyes peep through the green grass'
The literary devices used in these lines from Mohan Singh's 'A Village Girl' are________
The phrase 'flowers like blue and yellow eyes' uses 'like' to make a comparison, which is a simile. Additionally, there is an implied contrast between the delicate flowers and the surrounding green grass, which can convey subtle irony in emphasizing beauty amid ordinary nature.
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Question 15
In literary devices, pun deals with
A pun is a form of wordplay that exploits multiple meanings of a word or words that sound alike but have different meanings. This device is often used to create humor or a rhetorical effect by giving a phrase or sentence an additional layer of meaning.
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Question 16
Plays are basically meant to be
Plays are a form of drama intended for live performance in a theatrical setting. They rely on dialogue, action, and stagecraft to convey stories, emotions, and themes to an audience.
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Question 17
Travelogue is a work of art written
A travelogue is a narrative detailing an author's experiences during a journey. It can include descriptions of places, people, and events encountered, often emphasizing personal reflections and cultural insights.
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Question 18
This question is based on selected poems from Johnson, R. et al (eds): New Poetry African; Soyinka W. (ed): Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent. T. (eds): A Selection of African Poetry; U. Maduka, C. T et al: Exam Focus: Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A. E. et al (eds): Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga D. I. (ed): West African verse; and Adeoti G: Naked Soles.
The excerpt below from Marvell's To His Coy Mistress is an example:
'As if men hung here unbloom,
Their mildewed buds of love like pollen
Late caught, damp in a swollen...'
The sound device in the stanza above from Kalu Uka's 'Earth to Earth' is
The excerpt below from Marvell's To His Coy Mistress is an example:
'As if men hung here unbloom,
Their mildewed buds of love like pollen
Late caught, damp in a swollen...'
The sound device in the stanza above from Kalu Uka's 'Earth to Earth' is
The excerpt employs rhyme, where words at the end of lines produce a similar sound pattern. Rhyme is a key literary device in poetry used to create musicality, cohesion, and memorability in verses.
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Question 19
Narrative poem indicates that the poet is attempting to
A narrative poem is designed to tell a story through verse. It often includes characters, a plot, and a sequence of events, allowing the poet to convey messages or entertain readers with a structured storyline.
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Question 20
This question is based on J.C. De Graft's Sons and Daughters.
Where does the play take place?
Where does the play take place?
The play 'Sons and Daughters' primarily takes place in Ofosu's house, where the major interactions and conflicts between characters unfold. The setting is crucial for situating the drama within a domestic and societal context, reflecting the themes of family and social issues.