A fable is a story in which________?

animal is or things are used as characters

allegations are made about characters

animal is or things are used as characters

the story is told in poetic form

the repetition of an ending sound

comparing two things using ?like? or ?as?

the repetition of an ending sound

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

speech, movement and gesture for the stage, screen and radio

movement and gesture for the screen and audience

speech, movement and gesture for the stage only

speech, movement and gesture for the stage, screen and radio

speech, gesture and movement for the screen and radio

In drama, the antagonist is_____________

the character opposing the lead character

JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 2018

Question 1 Report

The question is based on William?s 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

travelling

Sick

Dying

Eloping

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Question 2 Report

Tension between the protagonist and the antagonist is called______

Climax

Concrete

Conflict

Confident

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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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Question 3 Report

The writer of a poem is called__________?

author

Poet

Writer

Narrator

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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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Question 4 Report

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_________

caricature

ridicule

satire

lampoon

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Question 5 Report

Which of these is the meaning of “CAST”?

a list of all characters in a drama

what the character is saying

the person who writes the drama

a list of protagonists in a drama

Answer Details

Cast is the list of all characters in a drama

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Question 6 Report

Characterisation in a novel refers to the _____?

writer's opinion of the characters

way the characters are revealed to the reader

characters and the way they behave

reader's opinion of the character

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Question 7 Report

A folk-tale is a__________?

Novel

Work Of Fiction

Biography

Novelette

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A folk-tale is a work of fiction. A folk-tale is a traditional story that has been passed down orally from generation to generation. It typically features fantastical or magical elements, and often serves to teach a moral lesson or explain natural phenomena. Folk-tales may include characters such as talking animals, brave heroes, and wicked villains, and they may be set in imaginary or real locations. While some folk-tales may be based on historical events or contain elements of truth, they are not biographies or true accounts of specific individuals or events. Rather, they are fictional stories that have been shaped and adapted over time by the cultures and communities that tell them.

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Question 8 Report

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

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

Cure cross-piece

Hurt their husbands

Forestall reconciliation

Seeks peace

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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.

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Question 9 Report

"... They do not see the funeral plies, At home eating up the forests..." J.P Clark: ?Casualties"

The imagery created in the above excerpt is achieved through______

Metaphor

personification

Synecdoche

Metonymy

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Question 10 Report

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__________

Simile

Pun

Metaphor

Paradox

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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.

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Question 11 Report

"The drum overwhelmed the guns..." J.P Stark: "Casualties"

The poet in the excerpt above uses

litotes

symbolism

onomatopoeia

aliteration

Answer Details

Onomatopoeia is defined as a word which imitates the natural sounds of a thing. It creates a sound effect that mimics the thing described, making the description more expressive and interesting.

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Question 12 Report

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

"O heaven; How got she out?
O treason of the blood!
Father; from hence trust not your daughters' minds
By what you see them act. Is there not charms
By which the property of youth and maid-hood
May be abused?

The speaker of the excerpt above is________

Brabantio

Othello

Gratiano

Roderigo

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The speaker of the excerpt above is Brabantio. In this passage, Brabantio is expressing his shock and dismay at the news that his daughter, Desdemona, has eloped with Othello. He exclaims, "O heaven; How got she out? O treason of the blood!," expressing his disbelief that his own daughter could have betrayed him in such a way. Brabantio then addresses his fellow fathers, warning them not to trust their daughters based solely on their outward actions. He suggests that there may be charms or tricks that can be used to deceive them and corrupt their "property of youth and maid-hood." Overall, Brabantio's speech highlights the theme of deception and the danger of trusting appearances in the play, as well as the tension between fathers and daughters in Elizabethan society.

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Question 13 Report

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

Act

Setting

Verse

Scene

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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.

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Question 14 Report

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_____________

Anger

Alienation

Hope

Despair

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Question 15 Report

In literacy work, verbal irony refers to a _________?

device in which the speaker means the opposite of what he says

situation in which a character speaks or acts against the tread of events

difficult situation which defies a local or rational resolution

device in which the actor on stage

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Verbal irony refers to a device in which the speaker means the opposite of what they say. In other words, the speaker says one thing but actually means the opposite. This can be used for humorous purposes or to make a sarcastic or critical comment. For example, if someone says "what a beautiful day" on a rainy and gloomy day, they are using verbal irony because they do not actually mean that it is a beautiful day.

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Question 16 Report

The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's LONELY DAYS

Widows mourning in Kofi wear garments that are________???

White

Red

Black

Green

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Question 17 Report

The question is based on George Orwell's NINETEEN EIGHTY-FOUR.

The power and oppression of an irresistible evil debased Winston’s dreams of________?

internal security

wealth and capitalism

freedom and democracy

sovereignty forestall reconciliation

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Question 18 Report

Serrated Shadows, through dark leaves,
Till, bathed in warm suffusion of your dapped cells
sensation pained me, faceless, silent as night thieves
Wole Soyinka: "Night"

The dominant mood in the lines above is one at____________

apprehension

defiance

joy

indifference

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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.

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Question 19 Report

This element shows how sections are separated into parts with numbers and titles_____________

Paragraph

Theme

Chapters

Characters

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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.

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Question 20 Report

The question is based on George Orwell's NINETEEN EIGHTY-FOUR.

The novel can be described as__________?

optimistic

antagonistic

persuasive

pessimistic

Answer Details

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Question 21 Report

The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's LONELY DAYS

Yaremi's only son is______?

Alani

Wande

Olode

Deyo

Answer Details

Yaremi's only son is Alani.

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Question 22 Report

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

The mutual exchange of abuse in the play is reminiscent of_________

Ikaki

Udje

Etiyeri

Ekpe

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Question 23 Report

He who writes a prose is a__________?

Poet

Writer

Author

Actor

Answer Details

An Author is who writes a prose

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Question 24 Report

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

Synecdoche

Prose

Oxymoron

Aside

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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.

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Question 25 Report

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

Brabantio is opposed to the relationship between Othello and Desdemona because_________

he prefers lago

Othello is a moor

Rodgerigo woos her first

Desdemona is too young

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Question 26 Report

?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

as determined to suffer

Has his poetic imagination kindled

Will cure his sour mood

Will not drink much

Answer Details

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

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Question 27 Report

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

Othello kills Desdemona because the_______

former is jealous

former's race is insulted

latter is a witch

latter is an idol

Answer Details

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.

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Question 28 Report

The main aim of caricature is to_______?

describe

expose

emphasise

ridicule

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The main aim of caricature is to ridicule. Caricature is a form of artistic expression that exaggerates or distorts the features of a person or thing in order to create a humorous or critical representation. The purpose of caricature is often to poke fun at, mock, or criticize the subject, whether it be a political figure, celebrity, or social issue. By exaggerating certain features or traits, the artist is able to draw attention to the subject's flaws or idiosyncrasies and make a statement through humor or satire.

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Question 29 Report

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

characteristics

allegory

metaphor

parallelism

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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.

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Question 30 Report

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_______

front of the veranda of Okoro's house

the-kitchen, upstairs

Okoro?s front yard, down stage

the direction of the kitchen, off stage

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Question 31 Report

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 poet persona expresses dismay about________

bet

cockroaches

grasshoppers

light opera

Answer Details

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Question 32 Report

What does the playwright do?

Writes a poem

Writes a book

Writes a play

Directs a drama

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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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Question 33 Report

The question is based on Richard Writer’s Native Son

Bigger kills Mary due to______?

Fear

Hatred

Envy

Distrust

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Question 34 Report

The question is based on George Orwell's NINETEEN EIGHTY-FOUR.

Room 101 symbolises a place of________???

rest

fun

humiliation

torture

Answer Details

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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Question 35 Report

What structure is poetry written in?

sentences and paragraphs

sentences and stanzas

lines and paragraphs

lines and stanzas

Answer Details

A poem is a poem when it is written in lines and stanzas, any other writing without the division into lines and stanzas is not a poem.

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Question 36 Report

A literacy genre which directly imitates human actions is______?

Drama

comedy

Prose

Poetry

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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.

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Question 37 Report

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_________

anger

alienation

hope

despair

Answer Details

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Question 38 Report

_____________refers to time and place of a drama?

place

scene

setting

act

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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.

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Question 39 Report

An act of speaking one’s thought aloud by oneself, regardless of any hearer, in a play is known as____________

metaphor

fable

comedy

soliloquy

Answer Details

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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Question 40 Report

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

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

both undesirable and unattainable

desirable and unattainable

attainable and desirable

obnoxious and desirable

Answer Details

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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