Literature In English 2017 Jamb Examination
Literature In English 2017 Jamb Examination
Question 21
This question is based on General Literacy Principles.
At the peak of the trumpeter's performance, his cheeks were as if they were balloons and his eyes spoke many words. The literacy devices in the extract above are ________?
At the peak of the trumpeter's performance, his cheeks were as if they were balloons and his eyes spoke many words. The literacy devices in the extract above are ________?
The extract uses a simile to compare the trumpeter's cheeks to balloons and personification to suggest that his eyes 'spoke many words'. These devices enrich the imagery and convey the vividness and expressive nature of his performance, highlighting the author's descriptive skill.
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Question 22
This question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son.
This novel can be described as
This novel can be described as
'Native Son' is satirical as it critiques social injustices and racial discrimination in American society. Wright uses the narrative to expose systemic inequality and the harsh realities faced by African Americans, employing satire to challenge societal norms and provoke thought.
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Question 23
This question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello.
"Though I do hate him as I do pains, yet for necessity of present life, I must show out a flag and sign of love, which is indeed but sign..."
The speaker of the excerpt above can be described as
"Though I do hate him as I do pains, yet for necessity of present life, I must show out a flag and sign of love, which is indeed but sign..."
The speaker of the excerpt above can be described as
The speaker is a schemer because he expresses hatred but disguises it with outward signs of affection to manipulate appearances. This reveals strategic thinking, duplicity, and the use of deceit to achieve personal goals, which are central traits in Shakespeare's characterizations of intrigue.
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Question 24
This question is based on Selected Poems from Johnson, R et al(eds): New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka,(ed); Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E, and Vincent, T.(ed): A Selection of African Poetry; Gbemisola A.: Naked Soles; Hayward, J.(ed.); The Penguin Book of English Verse and Nwoga, D.(ed.): West African verse.
‘...where guerillas walk the land while crocodiles surf.’
The lines above in Hallowelps The Dining Table signify _______?
‘...where guerillas walk the land while crocodiles surf.’
The lines above in Hallowelps The Dining Table signify _______?
The lines signify danger as 'guerillas walk the land' evokes threats of violence and conflict, while 'crocodiles surf' metaphorically reinforces the perilous environment. This imagery creates a sense of tension and forewarning, emphasizing the unpredictability and hazards present in the setting.
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Question 25
"Carrying a heavy bundle of tightly wrapped bits and pieces of junk drooping over his face"
The excerpt above exemplifies _______?
The excerpt above exemplifies _______?
The excerpt exemplifies symbolism because the bundle represents more than just physical objects—it symbolizes burdens, social pressures, or personal struggles. By using concrete imagery to convey abstract ideas, the author communicates deeper meaning and enhances thematic depth.
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Question 26
Who succeeded Othello as Governor of Cyprus?
Cassio succeeds Othello as Governor of Cyprus, reflecting the resolution of political and personal conflicts. This transition underscores the restoration of order and justice after the tragic events, highlighting the narrative’s focus on consequences, leadership, and ethical governance.
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Question 27
A character whose name is also the source of the title of the narrative is called ___?
Such a character is called eponymous because their name is used as the title of the work. This literary device emphasizes the character's central role in the narrative and signals their importance to the story’s themes and events.
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Question 28
This question is based on Amma Darko's Faceless.
The dominant tone of the novel is one of
The dominant tone of the novel is one of
The dominant tone is bitterness because the narrative highlights social injustices, hardships, and personal suffering. Amma Darko portrays a society filled with struggle, creating a pervasive sense of disillusionment and critical reflection on human and societal failings.
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Question 29
This question is based on Frank Ogodo Ogbeche's Harvest of Corruption.
It can be deduced from the play that
It can be deduced from the play that
It can be deduced that no crime will go unpunished because the play emphasizes justice and accountability. Characters who engage in unethical acts face consequences, illustrating the moral framework within the narrative and reinforcing the theme that wrongdoing ultimately has repercussions.
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Question 30
This question is based on General Literary Principles.
Myths differ from legends in that myths
Myths differ from legends in that myths
Myths are less concerned with moral didacticism compared to legends. They primarily focus on explaining natural phenomena, origins, and cosmology, often involving gods or supernatural beings, rather than teaching moral lessons or emphasizing historical accuracy.
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