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This question is based on CAGED BIRD.
Read this excerpt from the poem and answer questions .
"The free bird thinks of another
breeze / and the trade winds
soft through the sighing trees"
What is the effect of the trees sighing in this verse?
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A formal dignified speech or writing praising or a thing for past or present deeds is
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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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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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A novel that features spiritual apparitions as major character is
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A story with elements that have both literal and figurative meanings is
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This question is based on A GOVERNMENT DRIVER ON HIS RETIREMENT.
"I shall booze and zoom" contains a device called
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An action in a play that stimulates the audience to pity a character is
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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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The narrative style in which the hero tells his own story directly is the
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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 metrical pause occurring in the middle of a line in a poem is called
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The use of two contrasting words that are placed side by side is called
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The combination of two or more metaphors is called
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The overwhelming pride that destroys the tragic hero is called
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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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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 plot of the novel is
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This question is based on BLACK WOMAN.
"fruit with firm flesh" illustrates the use of ____
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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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The moment of recognition of truth when ignorance gives away to knowledge is known as
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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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A long story narrating a series of complicated events is called a
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The part of a play when climax approaches is known as
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This question is based on BAT.
Use the excerpt to answer questions .
"Where light pushes through;
A sudden turning upon itself of a thing in the air.
A dip to the water.
And you think:
"The swallows are flying so late!"
Swallows?"
The dominant poetic device in the excerpt 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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A trilogy is the
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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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Don't panic. Be calm. If you are somehow upset...try to regain your composure.
The speaker in the excerpt above 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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"...Rage is Chief
Rage drags rags after you, of Charity
Laughter, sweetness and light, Rage is thief
Enemy of equanimity"
The figure of speech dominant in these lines 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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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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An extended fictional narrative which is realistic is known as a
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A tragic hero, according to the Aristotelian precept, must be a
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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 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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