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An extended fictional narrative which is realistic is known as a
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This question is based on RAIDER OF THE TREASURE TROVE.
The poetic device in the expression "Rage is chief" is ___
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A long story narrating a series of complicated events is called a
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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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Dramatis personae in a play refers to
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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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'And so Tom awoke and we rose in the dark
And got with our bags and our brushes to work
Though the morning was cold, Tom was happy and warm;
So if all do their duty they need not fear harm.'
In the lines above, Tom is warm because he
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This question is based on BLACK WOMAN.
"fruit with firm flesh" illustrates the use of ____
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The subject matter of a literary work is the
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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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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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A novel that features spiritual apparitions as major character is
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"The sun used to smile in my hut".
The line is an example of
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When an object is invested with a meaning beyond its immediate reference, it becomes
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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 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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"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 narrative style in which the hero tells his own story directly is the
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Be him English
Be him African
Be him Nigerian
The lines above are an example of
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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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This question is based on THE LEADER AND THE LED.
" The hyena says the crown is made for him" in the above excerpt, the use of the word "crown " is a good deployment of ____
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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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*For seven days it rained that June;
A storm half out to sea kept turning around like a dog trying to settle himself on a rug; We were the fleas that
complained in his hair.
John Updike, Wash
The image set in the lines above are of
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The combination of two or more metaphors is called
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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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The use of two contrasting words that are placed side by side is called
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A character that is always against the interest of the protagonist is
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A tragic hero, according to the Aristotelian precept, must be a
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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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An action in a play that stimulates the audience to pity a character is
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This question is based on THE GOOD MORROW.
Use this excerpt to answer question
"If ever any beauty I did see,
Which I desired, and got, 'twas but a dream of thee."
The excerpt above evokes the use of ____
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'Senhor Jose got cold during the night. After having uttered those redundant useless words, here she is, he wasn't sure what else he should do. It was true that, after long and arduous labours, he had managed, at last, to find the unknown woman, or rather, the place where she lay, a good six feet beneath an earth that still sustained him'
Jose Saramago: All the Names
What happens to the unknown woman in the passage above?
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This question is based on SECOND CLASS CITIZEN.
"She swallowed it all, just like a nasty pill." The literary device employed here is
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A formal dignified speech or writing praising or a thing for past or present deeds is
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