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"I had not taken the first step in knowledge, I had not learnt to let go with the hands".The above lines is an example of a
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The oldest genre of literature is poetry.
Poetry can be traced back thousands of years to ancient civilizations such as the Sumerians, Egyptians, and Greeks. It predates other forms of literature like drama and prose.
What makes poetry unique is its use of rhythm, meter, and language that is often more expressive and condensed than other forms of writing. It is a form of artistic expression that evokes emotions and creates vivid imagery through the use of carefully chosen words and structures.
Throughout history, poetry has been used to communicate stories, share cultural traditions, express love, and even convey political or social messages.
In summary, poetry is the oldest genre of literature, dating back to ancient civilizations, and it continues to be appreciated and enjoyed by people around the world today.
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A structural arrangement of unit of composition by which one element of equal importance with another is similarly placed is called
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The use of two contrasting words that are placed side by side is called
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Be him English
Be him African
Be him Nigerian
The lines above are an example of
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This question is based on THE JOURNEY OF THE MAGI.
Read the excerpt and answer question
"And running away, and wanting their liquor and women,
And the night-fires going out, and the lack of shelters,
And the cities hostile and the towns unfriendly"
The dominant device in this excerpt is ___
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'Fierce harmattan sun on innocent tendrils; torrential downpour on leaking thatch roofs; painful comfort of helpless eunuchs; thorny beauty of modern witches; the falcon's call on day-old-chicks, ours is tragi- comic dialogue:... mute echoes of pains' .
The sonority and rhythmical structure of the lines above are achieved through a pause- pattern called
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A character that is always against the interest of the protagonist is
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The combination of two or more metaphors is called
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A tragic hero, according to the Aristotelian precept, must be a
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This question is based on CAGED BIRD.
"for the caged bird/sings of freedom.",
The poetic device used in this expression is____
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Careened',
These oily tears
Dripping down the tears on your depressed face,
Will one day be staunched, I swear!
Ibiwari Ikiriko, Oily Tears.
The tone of the poet is
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Jose Palacios, his oldest servant, found him floating naked with his eyes open in the purifying waters of his bath and thought he had drowned. He knew this was, one of the many ways the General meditated, but the ecstasy in which he lay drifting seemed that of a man no longer of this world.
Gabriel Garcia Marquez, The General in His Labyrinth
The master in the passage above is obviously in a state of
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________ are generally regarded as brief but purposeful references, within a literary text, to a person, place, event, or to another work of literature.
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The overwhelming pride that destroys the tragic hero is called
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Lineation refers to
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A limerick has
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'The fair breeze blew
The white foam flew
The furrow followed free
We were the first that ever burst
Into that silent sea.'
The dominant figure of speech in the above passage is
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'... Not a few of us ended our application letter like this: 'if you are kind enough to accomodate this humble application, Sir/Madam, I shall do my uttermost best to rendered you the greatest services which it is at my desposition to your best satisfactory. Yours obediently servant...' yet without English, you had no education fit for a white collar job
Cameron Daodu: The Gab Boys
The tone of the passage above is
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'Will college make you a better Olokun priest?
Will it make you serve our ancestors better?
Look at me. An able-bodied, strong-hearted priest of Olokun.
Did I go to college?
Gracy Osifo:Dizzy Angel
The literary device used in the passage above is
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An extended fictional narrative which is realistic is known as a
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'My heart is a quiet drum, something it flares like a parched thunder cracking through a damask sky it lifts me in its fired spectacle.'
-Cynthia James; Drumology
The imagery in the excerpt above is largely
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Jibunoh was simply a difficult man. He was hated by all his neighbours and deserted by his relations. He was the first and only person to beat a policeman in the entire village. He also had ten cases instituted against him for either stealing or violating the rights of others. He had no regard for deanery or normal conduct. No lover of peace or order could be his friends. It is not surprising that his death elicited jubilation rather than mourning'
The passage above reveals that Jibunoh symbolizes
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A long story narrating a series of complicated events is called a
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A formal dignified speech or writing praising or a thing for past or present deeds is
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A metrical pause occurring in the middle of a line in a poem is called
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This question is based on THE LION AND THE JEWEL.
The indication that Soyinka's "The Lion and the Jewel" is culturally set is its use of_____
Soyinka's "The Lion and the Jewel" is culturally set primarily through its use of dance and songs.
In the play, dance and songs are integral parts of the Yoruba culture and are frequently employed by the characters to express their emotions, convey messages, and celebrate significant events. These cultural elements provide a vivid depiction of the rich traditions and customs of the Yoruba people.
The characters in the play often engage in traditional dance performances, such as the "ewu" dance. These dances are not only entertaining but also serve as a way to showcase the cultural heritage and values of the Yoruba people. The rhythmic movements and musical accompaniment create a vibrant atmosphere that immerses the audience in the cultural setting.
Additionally, songs are used extensively throughout the play to express various emotions, tell stories, and convey moral lessons. The characters sing traditional folk songs, chants, and war cries, which contribute to the cultural authenticity of the setting.
By incorporating dance and songs into the narrative, Soyinka effectively captures the essence of Yoruba culture and helps the audience understand and appreciate the unique customs and traditions of the characters. The use of dance and songs enhances the cultural backdrop of the play and immerses the audience in the vibrant world of the Yoruba people.
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A novel that features spiritual apparitions as major character is
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When an object is invested with a meaning beyond its immediate reference, it becomes
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"The sun used to smile in my hut".
The line is an example of
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This question is based on THE SONG OF THE WOMEN OF MY LAND.
Use the excerpt to answer questions
"they sang in the forlorn fields
about their lives; songs
of how they ploughed the terrain of their landscape
for memories of lyrics lost in the vast void of time,
in those days when a song beheld their lives;
when servitude cuffed the ankles of their soul,
and dereliction decapitated the epic of their lives."
The theme of this excerpt is____
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CYCLIST gets down and begins to prop his bicycle.
CYCLIST: All right. If you're sure it won't take long.
BARBER: I am known for my lightning clippers. Even the soldiers know me. I can shave the head of an entire battalion between one coup and the next. Sit down and relax your back. Cycling is not easy
when you've abandoned it for some time.
Wole Soyinka, The Beautification of Area Boy.
The literary devices in the dialogue above are
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The exclusive right given to authors to protect their works from unlawful production is
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"She wanted to split herself. But she checked herself. 'Get dressed,' she said earnestly. 'Get dressed and let's go. You know I have a lot of things to do. And if we are going to meet again like this... 'She slapped the bed, 'then it won't be here. It will be at the Samson and Delilah.'" -
Festus Iyayi; Violence
In the passage above, the speaker can be described as
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This question is based on RAIDER OF THE TREASURE TROVE.
"To fly flags of joy" Two figures of speech used here are
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When he gave me the bottle, and I opened it,
I was shocked by the odour that hit my nose:
I immediately corked it again, and spat on the floor..
Isidore Okpewho, The Last Duty.
The reaction in the passage above is that of
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