JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 2018

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This element shows how sections are separated into parts with numbers and titles is called "Chapters". Chapters are sections within a book or document that are separated and labeled with numbers and titles to organize the content and make it easier to navigate.

_____________refers to time and place of a drama?

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The term that refers to the time and place of a drama is "setting." The setting is the physical and social environment in which a story or drama takes place. It includes the time period, the location, the climate, and the social context of the story. The setting can be a specific place, such as a city, a building, or a room, or it can be a more general location, such as a forest, a beach, or a desert. In drama, the setting is important because it helps to establish the context of the story and provides the audience with a visual and emotional backdrop for the action. The setting can also influence the characters' behavior and motivations, as well as the themes and messages of the drama. Therefore, if someone is referring to the time and place of a drama, they are talking about the setting. It is important to note that the setting is not the same as a scene or an act, which refer to specific parts of the drama rather than the overall environment in which the story takes place.

How can I look at Oyo and say I hate long shiny cars? How can I come to the children and despise international schools? And Koomson comes; and the family sees Jesus Christ in him…

  The feeling conveyed by the speaker above is one of_____________

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The correct answer is "soliloquy". A soliloquy is a literary device used in a play where a character speaks their thoughts aloud, as if talking to themselves, without any other characters present or listening. It is often used to reveal the innermost thoughts and emotions of the character, and can provide insight into their motivations and actions. Soliloquies are typically delivered by one character alone on stage, and can be either serious or comedic in tone. Shakespeare is famous for using soliloquies in his plays, such as Hamlet's "To be or not to be" speech.

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The question is based on J.P Clark's WIVES REVOLT.

"Great Orators in the assembly, and poor nannies at home." Those being ridiculed here are the_________?

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The question is based on J.P Clark's WIVES REVOLT.

"Those who have full breasts have walked out, and that leaves you, me, and the old girls returned_______

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The question is based on J.P Clark's WIVES REVOLT.

In the play. the central idea is that gender equity_______?

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The central idea in J.P Clark's "Wives Revolt" is that gender equity is desirable and unattainable. The play likely explores the theme of gender equality and the difficulties and obstacles faced by women in achieving equal rights and treatment. The idea that it is both desirable and unattainable suggests that the characters in the play see the value in gender equity, but find it difficult to achieve due to societal norms and expectations.

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The dominant mood in the lines from Wole Soyinka's poem "Night" is one of apprehension. The use of words like "serrated shadows," "dark leaves," and "night thieves" create a sense of unease and suggest that danger may be lurking in the shadows. The reference to a "warm suffusion" may initially create a feeling of comfort, but the subsequent use of "sensation pained me, faceless" implies that the speaker is experiencing discomfort or pain, and the overall tone remains apprehensive. Therefore, the answer to the question is option A: apprehension.

He who writes a prose is a__________?

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An Author is who writes a prose

The question is based on William’s Shakespeare’s OTHELLO

ill-starred wench: Pale as thy smoke; When we shall meet at compt" 
The device used in the line above is__________

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison, showing similarities between two different things. Unlike a metaphor, a simile draws resemblance with the help of the words “like” or “as.” This means that it is a direct comparison.

A fable is a story in which________?

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Fable is a literary genre: a succinct fictional story, in prose or verse, that features animals, legendary creatures, plants, inanimate objects, or forces of nature that are anthropomorphized (given human qualities, such as the ability to speak human language) and that illustrates or leads to a particular moral lesson...

Drama is the representation of a complete series of actions by means of _________

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Drama is the representation of a complete series of actions through the use of speech, movement, and gesture. This can be performed on stage, screen, and radio. In drama, actors use their bodies, voices, and movements to bring the story to life and convey the emotions and actions of the characters they are portraying. Drama can be performed in a variety of settings, but regardless of the medium, it always involves the use of speech, movement, and gesture to tell a story.

The question is based on William’s Shakespeare’s OTHELLO

Othello kills Desdemona because the_______

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Othello kills Desdemona because the former is jealous. In the play, Othello is consumed by jealousy after Iago, his trusted ensign, convinces him that his wife, Desdemona, has been unfaithful with Cassio, one of his officers. Othello's jealousy leads him to kill Desdemona, despite her protests of innocence.

Define ?rhyme??

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An antagonist is the character in a story that is against or opposes the protagonist

The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's LONELY DAYS

In the novel, bage cape signifies everlasting ________?

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Cast is the list of all characters in a drama

?I cannot rest from travel: I will drink, life to the lees, all times I have enjoyed greatly, have suffered greatly?. A.L. Tennyson: ?Ulysses?

  The lines above inform the reader that the poet

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Tennyson's "Ulysses" is a poem about the heroic spirit . It expresses luxuriance of imagination and control over it.

Your head is like a drum that is beaten for spirits
Yours ears are like the fans used for blowing fire.


The lines above are a good example of_________

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In drama, the protagonist is ________

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In drama, the protagonist is the leading character. The protagonist is the main character in a drama or other work of literature, around whom the story revolves. They are often the character who faces the most significant challenges and undergoes the most significant changes over the course of the story. While the protagonist may be a "nice guy" or a likable character, this is not always the case. Some protagonists may be morally ambiguous, flawed, or even downright unlikable. However, they are still the character with whom the audience is meant to identify and empathize, and whose journey is meant to drive the plot forward. The writer of the drama creates the story and characters, but the protagonist is a specific character within that story. The actor is the performer who portrays the protagonist on stage or screen, but the character they play is the protagonist.

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In George Orwell's novel "Nineteen Eighty-Four," Room 101 symbolizes a place of "torture." It is a place in the Ministry of Love where prisoners are taken and subjected to their worst fears and phobias. The purpose of Room 101 is to break a person's spirit and make them betray their deepest-held beliefs and loyalties. The protagonist of the novel, Winston Smith, is taken to Room 101 and subjected to the most excruciating pain and terror he can imagine. The idea is that once a person has been broken in Room 101, they become completely subservient to the Party and are willing to do whatever it takes to avoid being sent back there. Overall, Room 101 symbolizes the ultimate power of the Party and the extent to which it is willing to go to maintain control over its citizens. It represents the darkest and most terrifying aspects of the totalitarian regime that Orwell warns against in his novel.

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The climax (turning point) of a narrative work is its point of highest tension between the protagonist and the antagonist in a drama

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The element that describes sections of text within a chapter, which are separated and contain dialogue, is Paragraphs. Paragraphs are groups of sentences that focus on a particular topic or idea. They are separated by a line break or an indentation to indicate a new thought or a change in the speaker or the setting. In a novel or a story, paragraphs often contain dialogue, which is the spoken words of the characters in the story. Dialogue can help to advance the plot, reveal character traits, and create tension or conflict between characters. Syncopation refers to a musical rhythm that emphasizes the off-beat, and is not directly related to writing. Free verse is a form of poetry that does not follow traditional rhyme and meter patterns, and does not necessarily contain dialogue. Euphony refers to the pleasant sound of words and is more of a stylistic choice in writing, rather than a structural element like paragraphs.

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A “sub-chapter” in a piece of drama is a______________

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A "sub-chapter" in a piece of drama is called a "scene." A scene is a section of a play that takes place in a specific location and time, and involves a particular set of characters. Think of it like a short chapter within a larger story. Scenes can be used to advance the plot, develop characters, or provide exposition to the audience. Within an act, there can be multiple scenes that help to structure the play and keep the story moving forward.

The phrase “living death” in a literary work is an example_____________

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The phrase "living death" in a literary work is an example of an "oxymoron." An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines two contradictory or opposing ideas to create a new phrase or concept. In this case, "living" and "death" are two words that are completely opposite in meaning. "Living" refers to being alive and having a vibrant existence, while "death" refers to the absence of life and the end of existence. By combining these two words into the phrase "living death," the author is able to create a powerful image of a situation or state of being that is both alive and dead at the same time. In literature, oxymorons are often used to create a sense of tension, irony, or paradox. They can also be used to create memorable and thought-provoking phrases that stick in the reader's mind. In the case of "living death," the oxymoron is particularly effective in describing a situation or condition that is both physically alive but emotionally or spiritually dead. This can be used to describe a character who is in a state of despair, depression, or hopelessness, or to describe a situation that is stagnant, unchanging, or lacking in vitality.

The question is based on J.P Clark's WIVES REVOLT.

In their fight, the women settle at Iyara in order to_______?

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In J.P Clark's "Wives Revolt," the women settle at Iyara as a way to prevent reconciliation with their husbands. They did this because they were unhappy with their treatment by their husbands and wanted to take a stand to show that they wouldn't tolerate it any longer. By settling at Iyara, the women were making it clear that they were not going to return to their previous situation and were willing to take action to achieve their goals.

A literacy genre which directly imitates human actions is______?

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The literacy genre that directly imitates human actions is Drama. Drama is a genre of literature that involves the performance of written dialogues and actions by actors on stage or in front of a camera. It usually tells a story through the actions and words of its characters, rather than through the narrator's voice. By imitating human actions, drama brings the story to life and helps the audience to connect with the characters and their experiences. Comedy, prose, and poetry do not necessarily imitate human actions in the same direct way as drama.

What does the playwright do?

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A playwright writes a play. A play is a form of literature that is meant to be performed on stage. It typically features dialogue between characters and may also include stage directions, descriptions of settings, and other details that help bring the story to life. The playwright is the author of the play, responsible for creating the characters, plot, and dialogue. While the playwright may also be involved in other aspects of producing the play, such as directing or producing, their primary role is as the writer of the script. The play is then performed by actors, under the direction of a director, in front of an audience. In summary, the playwright is the creative mind behind a play, responsible for crafting the story and characters that make up the script.

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The writer of a poem is called a poet. A poet is someone who writes poems, which are a form of artistic expression that use language to convey emotion, ideas, or images. Poetry can take many forms, including sonnets, haikus, free verse, and more, and poets use a variety of literary devices such as rhyme, meter, and metaphor to create their works. So, if someone writes a poem, they are generally referred to as a poet.

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The line "Tell me not, sweet, I am unkind" illustrates a paradox. A paradox is a statement or situation that contradicts itself or seems to be untrue or impossible. In this case, the speaker is saying "Tell me not (that I am unkind)," which means "Do not tell me that I am not kind," but at the same time, the speaker is acknowledging that they might be unkind. This creates a contradiction or an apparent absurdity that makes the statement paradoxical. Paradoxes are often used in literature, poetry, or philosophy to challenge conventional thinking and to make the reader or listener think more deeply about a subject.

A literary work in which the characters and events are used as symbols is known as _________?

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A literary work in which the characters and events are used as symbols is known as an allegory. An allegory is a story or narrative that has a hidden meaning or moral message conveyed through the use of symbols. In an allegory, characters and events represent abstract ideas or concepts, often related to politics, religion, or morality. For example, the novel "Animal Farm" by George Orwell is an allegory in which the animals on a farm overthrow their human owner and attempt to create a society based on equality and freedom. However, the pigs gradually become corrupt and oppressive, representing the rise of Stalinism in the Soviet Union. The animals and events in the story are symbolic of real-life figures and events, allowing the author to criticize political systems and social issues in a veiled and often satirical way. Overall, an allegory is a powerful literary device that can be used to convey complex ideas and messages in a way that is engaging, thought-provoking, and often entertaining.

Use the following excerpt to answer the question.

"I wonder how long, you awful parasites,
Shall share with me this little bed.
And awake me. from my sweet dreams be lost,
Sucking blood from my poor head...
Mbure: "To Bed-Bug"

The most dominant figure of speech in the excerpt is________

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The most dominant figure of speech in the excerpt is personification. Personification is a figure of speech in which non-human things are given human qualities or characteristics. In the excerpt, the bed bugs are referred to as "awful parasites" and are accused of "sharing" the bed with the speaker, "awakening" them from their sleep, and "sucking" blood from their head. These actions are all human qualities that are attributed to the bed bugs, which are non-human. This creates a sense of empathy between the speaker and the bed bugs, and also serves to emphasize the speaker's annoyance and frustration with the bed bugs. The other options - metaphor, simile, and hyperbole - do not accurately describe the dominant figure of speech in the excerpt.

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