Literature In English 2018 Jamb Examination
Literature In English 2018 Jamb Examination
Question 11
From the novel; Native Son
The question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son
Bigger kills Mary due to______?
The question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son
Bigger kills Mary due to______?
Bigger kills Mary primarily out of fear. He is terrified of being caught and punished for his actions, which drives him to act impulsively and violently, showing how fear can lead to tragic consequences.
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Question 12
From the novel; Othello
The question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello
ill-starred wench: Pale as thy smoke; When we shall meet at comp"
The device used in the line above is__________
The question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello
ill-starred wench: Pale as thy smoke; When we shall meet at comp"
The device used in the line above is__________
The device used is a simile because it directly compares the woman's paleness to smoke using the word 'as'. Similes use comparative words like 'as' or 'like' to create vivid imagery and enhance understanding of descriptions.
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Question 13
From the novel; Lonely Days
The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days
Yaremi's only son is______?
The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days
Yaremi's only son is______?
Yaremi's only son is Alani, as specified in the narrative. This detail establishes the family structure and personal relationships that are central to the plot and character motivations.
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Question 14
From the novel; Lonely Days
The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days
In the novel, bage cap signifies everlasting ________?
The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days
In the novel, bage cap signifies everlasting ________?
The bage cap symbolizes everlasting happiness in the novel, representing cultural traditions and beliefs that associate certain rituals and objects with enduring positive outcomes in life.
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Question 15
From the novel; Native Son
The question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son
Mr Dalton is of the opinion that Negroes are happier when they are
The question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son
Mr Dalton is of the opinion that Negroes are happier when they are
Mr Dalton believes that Negroes are happier as servants in white families, reflecting the entrenched racist and paternalistic attitudes in the society depicted, highlighting systemic oppression and limited opportunities for African Americans.
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Question 16
From the novel; Native Son
The question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son
Weekly, Bigger is to be paid_________?
The question is based on Richard Wright's Native Son
Weekly, Bigger is to be paid_________?
Bigger is to be paid twenty-five dollars weekly for his work. This amount reflects the economic conditions and the limited wages available to African Americans at the time, illustrating class disparities and social constraints.
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Question 17
From the novel; Lonely Days
The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days
Widows mourning in Kofi wear garments that are________???
The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's Lonely Days
Widows mourning in Kofi wear garments that are________???
Widows in Kofi traditionally wear black garments during mourning. This practice signifies grief, loss, and cultural customs surrounding death and bereavement within the community.
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Question 18
From the novel; Othello
The question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello
Othello kills Desdemona because the_______
The question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello
Othello kills Desdemona because the_______
Othello kills Desdemona out of jealousy. Iago's manipulations convince him that she has been unfaithful, illustrating the destructive power of jealousy and deception in human relationships.
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Question 19
From the novel; Othello
The question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello
Brabantio is opposed to the relationship between Othello and Desdemona because_________
The question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello
Brabantio is opposed to the relationship between Othello and Desdemona because_________
Brabantio opposes Othello and Desdemona's marriage because Othello is a Moor. This reflects racial prejudices and societal norms that hinder interracial relationships during the period, shaping key conflicts in the play.
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Question 20
From the novel; Othello
The question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello
"Soft you; a word or two before you go. I have done the state some service and they knew No more of"
The question is based on William Shakespeare's Othello
"Soft you; a word or two before you go. I have done the state some service and they knew No more of"
The correct answer is Dying. The speaker refers to his awareness of his mortality and the limited recognition of his service by the state, emphasizing themes of duty, sacrifice, and the human desire for acknowledgment.
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