Literature In English 2016 Jamb Examination
Literature In English 2016 Jamb Examination
Question 31
This question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello.
'No faith; she let it drop by negligence. And, to the advantage, I, being here, took up look, here it is.'
This speaker of the lines above is
'No faith; she let it drop by negligence. And, to the advantage, I, being here, took up look, here it is.'
This speaker of the lines above is
Emilia speaks these lines when she reveals the handkerchief that Desdemona had dropped. Her role as Iago's wife and Desdemona's attendant positions her to observe and intervene in key plot developments, emphasizing her pivotal function in exposing deceit and advancing the narrative.
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Question 32
This question is based on Amma Darko's Faceless.
'Ordaley ignored the two young women plating their hair because she didn't want to generate another war with a simple greeting'
The image depicted in the lines above is
'Ordaley ignored the two young women plating their hair because she didn't want to generate another war with a simple greeting'
The image depicted in the lines above is
The image is hyperbolic because it exaggerates Ordaley's caution to highlight her avoidance of conflict. The description amplifies the tension in social interactions, illustrating her careful navigation of relationships and the comedic or dramatic effect of exaggeration in everyday behavior.
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Question 33
This question is based on Amma Darko's Faceless.
After impregnating Maa Tsuru, Kwei's family treats him like a
After impregnating Maa Tsuru, Kwei's family treats him like a
Kwei is treated like a foreigner because his family's reaction isolates him socially and emotionally. This treatment reflects the stigma and disapproval surrounding his actions, emphasizing the cultural and familial expectations regarding responsibility and propriety within the narrative.
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Question 34
This question is based on Frank Ogodo Ogbeche's Harvest of Corruption.
Aloho is employed as Chief's
Aloho is employed as Chief's
Aloho serves as Chief's Protocol Officer, a role that involves managing official procedures, coordinating events, and maintaining decorum. This position highlights her professional responsibilities and the organizational structures within the play's depiction of bureaucratic environments.
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Question 35
This question is based on Frank Ogodo Ogbeche's Harvest of Corruption.
'I thought as much. I know what all these hide-and-seek games that have been going on will one day come to light.'
The speaker of the excerpt above is
'I thought as much. I know what all these hide-and-seek games that have been going on will one day come to light.'
The speaker of the excerpt above is
Mrs Obi speaks these lines, demonstrating her awareness of ongoing schemes and corruption. Her insight into the unfolding events reflects the play's thematic concern with accountability, the consequences of deceit, and the moral implications of unethical actions in society.
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Question 36
This question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello.
The handkerchief that Othello inherits from his mother is made by
The handkerchief that Othello inherits from his mother is made by
The handkerchief is crafted by Othello's mother and carries symbolic significance as a family heirloom. It represents fidelity and marital trust, and its role in the play drives jealousy, misunderstanding, and ultimately tragedy, illustrating how objects can embody emotional and narrative weight.
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Question 37
This question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello.
The first character in the play to refer to Othello by name is
The first character in the play to refer to Othello by name is
The Duke first addresses Othello by name, establishing his authority and the formal context in which Othello is recognized. This moment emphasizes Othello's status and reputation within Venetian society and frames the initial perception of him by other characters.
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Question 38
This question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello.
The hypocritical character in the play is
The hypocritical character in the play is
Iago is hypocritical because he presents himself as honest and loyal while secretly manipulating and deceiving others. His duplicity drives the tragic events of the play, highlighting the dangers of hidden malice and the contrast between appearance and reality.
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Question 39
''Chief, the boys are getting more expensive to handle. They continue to demand for increased pay and you know what you give for expenses. Please try and look into a possible increase in the overhead allocation. This smuggling racket is becoming too hot to handle you know, the risk involved.''
The setting of the play is
The setting of the play is
The play is set in Jabu, which provides the social and geographical context for the smuggling activities. The location shapes the plot by influencing the characters' interactions, the economic challenges they face, and the cultural backdrop against which corruption and conflict unfold.
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Question 40
This question is based on Frank Ogodo Ogbeche's Harvest of Corruption.
From its resolution of conflicts, the play can be described as being
From its resolution of conflicts, the play can be described as being
The play is didactic because it aims to teach moral lessons about corruption, accountability, and social responsibility. Through its characters and plot resolution, it emphasizes ethical behavior and the consequences of wrongdoing, providing instructive commentary on societal issues.
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