Literature In English 2016 Jamb Examination
Literature In English 2016 Jamb Examination
Question 21
This question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son.
One of the pictures Bigger sees on the pamphlet given to him by Jan is that of a
One of the pictures Bigger sees on the pamphlet given to him by Jan is that of a
The image of the hammer and sickle on the pamphlet represents communism and revolutionary ideals. It reflects Bigger's exposure to political symbols and the way the novel situates him in a world of social and economic struggles that he does not fully understand, highlighting the novel's engagement with themes of oppression and class consciousness.
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Question 22
This question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son.
The family that donates to charity is
The family that donates to charity is
The Daltons are a wealthy white family known for their charitable contributions, which serves to contrast their social privilege with Bigger's impoverished environment. Their philanthropy emphasizes the social disparities and systemic inequalities depicted in the novel, illustrating the tension between wealth and racial oppression in Wright's narrative.
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Question 23
This question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son.
'You want to know something then you run like a rabbit.'
The device used in the line above is
'You want to know something then you run like a rabbit.'
The device used in the line above is
The comparison 'like a rabbit' uses the word 'like' to draw a direct analogy between the person's actions and a rabbit's behavior. This is a simile because it explicitly highlights similarity, enhancing the imagery and conveying the character's reaction vividly in the reader's mind.
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Question 24
This question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son.
According to the novel, Southerners deprive the Negroes of
According to the novel, Southerners deprive the Negroes of
Southerners systematically deny Black people access to good jobs, which limits economic mobility and perpetuates social inequality. This deprivation is central to the novel's critique of racial and class oppression, showing how structural barriers maintain social hierarchies and restrict opportunities for African Americans.
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Question 25
This question is based on Selected Poems from Johnson,R.et al (eds.): New Poetry from African (ed); Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T.(ed): A Selection of African Poetry; Adeoti, G: Naked Soles; Hayward, J. (ed); The Penguin Book of English Vers and Nwoga, D. (ed): West African Verse.
The title of Herbert's The Pulley is an example of
The title of Herbert's The Pulley is an example of
The title 'The Pulley' functions symbolically, representing the spiritual and moral ideas in Herbert's poem. Symbolism allows readers to interpret the pulley as a device through which divine qualities, human desires, and spiritual obligations are explored, emphasizing the deeper meanings embedded in the poem beyond the literal object.
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Question 26
This question is based on Amma Darko's Faceless.
Kabria's second child is
Kabria's second child is
Essie is Kabria's second child in Amma Darko's Faceless. Her character highlights the dynamics of family relationships and personal struggles, contributing to the novel's exploration of identity, societal expectations, and the challenges faced by women and children in the narrative.
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Question 27
This question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days.
Yaremi's main job is taffeta
Yaremi's main job is taffeta
Yaremi's main occupation involves dyeing taffeta, which is essential to the cultural and economic life in the story. This detail demonstrates his skill and role in the community, reflecting the traditional crafts and livelihoods that sustain the social fabric of the society depicted in Lonely Days.
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Question 28
This question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days.
In Kufi the death of a husband is treated with
In Kufi the death of a husband is treated with
In Kufi, the death of a husband is met with suspicion due to cultural beliefs and superstitions surrounding family and social order. This treatment reflects the community's cautious attitude toward death and the social significance attached to marital roles and inheritance practices.
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Question 29
This question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days.
Kufi is a
Kufi is a
Kufi is a traditional society where customary practices and cultural norms govern social life. The community emphasizes rituals, traditional authority, and social obligations, illustrating how indigenous customs shape interactions and maintain order within the society depicted in Lonely Days.
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Question 30
This question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello.
Othello kills himself with a
Othello kills himself with a
Othello takes his own life using a sword, which is consistent with his status as a soldier and his adherence to the martial code of honor. The act of suicide with a sword serves as a dramatic conclusion to the tragedy, symbolizing both his personal despair and the consequences of jealousy and manipulation.
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This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
Sweet smile in time of snari gives pride in spite of sneer sing, rid this world of despair and save a snared heart from cascading stream of strife.
The dominant rhetorical device in the excerpt above is
This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
'It was not the apple that tempted Eve, but this grapefruit; thus did Maren revise the tale of Paradise Lost, and even Chris, shocked as he was at such blasphemy, confessed himself tempted to agree whenever Maren returned from raiding the Principal's compound, with a shirtful of booty to share, especially on a hot afternoon.'
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The passage above achieves a mock-heroic effect through the use of