JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 2018

Question 1 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 Correct answer

Rodgerigo woos her first

Desdemona is too young

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Question 2 Report

Which element of drama tells the actor what to do?

dialogue

stage directions Correct answer

cast

scenes

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The element of drama that tells the actor what to do is the "stage directions." Stage directions are written instructions in a script that describe the physical actions, movements, and expressions of the characters, as well as the placement of props and set pieces on the stage. These instructions are usually indicated in italics or enclosed in brackets and are intended to guide the actors, director, and other production team members on how to bring the play to life. For example, a stage direction might indicate that a character should enter from stage left, pick up a pen from the desk, and begin writing a letter while pacing back and forth. Actors use these stage directions as a roadmap to bring their characters to life, and to help create a cohesive and believable performance for the audience.

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Question 3 Report

These elements are sections of text within a chapter, they are separated and contain dialogue_____________

Syncopation

Free Verse

Paragraphs Correct answer

Euphony

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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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Question 4 Report

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

The novels draws a picture of______?

useless past Correct answer

a totalitarian future

an unstable moment

a peaceful atmosphere

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Question 5 Report

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

The novel can be described as__________?

optimistic Correct answer

antagonistic

persuasive

pessimistic

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Question 6 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 Correct answer

personification

Synecdoche

Metonymy

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Question 7 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 Correct answer

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 8 Report

A fable is a story in which________?

allegations are made about characters

animal is or things are used as characters Correct answer

there is an important setting

the story is told in poetic form

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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...

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Question 9 Report

A literary device in which parts of a sentence are grammatically the same, or are similar in construction Is known as__________

Simile

Aside

Parallelism Correct answer

Irony

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A literary device in which parts of a sentence are grammatically the same, or are similar in construction is known as "Parallelism". Parallelism is the repetition of a grammatical structure in a sentence to create balance and emphasis. It is used to add clarity and emphasis to a sentence and make it more memorable.

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Question 10 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 Correct answer

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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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Question 11 Report

_____________refers to time and place of a drama?

place

scene

setting Correct answer

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 12 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 Correct answer

Will cure his sour mood

Will not drink much

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

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Question 13 Report

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

characteristics

allegory

Correct answer

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 14 Report

A poet‘s use of regular rhythm is known as _______?

allegory

assonance

metre Correct answer

onomatopoeia

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A poet's use of regular rhythm is known as "metre." Metre refers to the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a line of poetry. This pattern creates a rhythmic beat that helps to create a particular mood or feeling in the reader. For example, a poem with a regular and steady metre might create a sense of stability or order, while a poem with an irregular or unpredictable metre might create a sense of chaos or confusion. Metre is one of the key elements of poetry and is often used in conjunction with other poetic devices, such as rhyme, to create a memorable and powerful piece of writing.

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Question 15 Report

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_________?

Husbands Correct answer

Old Women

Wives

Spinsters

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Literary Appreciation

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Question 16 Report

In drama, the antagonist is_____________

the director of the drama

the evil witch

the character opposing the lead character Correct answer

the “harsh guy

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

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Question 17 Report

He who writes a prose is a__________?

Poet

Writer

Author Correct answer

Actor

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An Author is who writes a prose

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Question 18 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 Correct answer

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Question 19 Report

The question is based on Richard Writer’s Native Son

Bigger kills Mary due to______?

Fear Correct answer

Hatred

Envy

Distrust

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Question 20 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 Correct answer

reader's opinion of the character

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Question 21 Report

The writer of a poem is called__________?

author

Poet

Correct answer

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 22 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 Correct answer

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Question 23 Report

"Peter's pretty partner paid the bills" is an example of___________?

Alliteration Correct answer

Rhyme

Satire

Digression

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"Peter's pretty partner paid the bills" is an example of alliteration. Alliteration is a literary device where words in a phrase or sentence repeat the same sound, usually the first sound, creating a musical or rhythmic effect. In the phrase "Peter's pretty partner paid the bills," the repeated "p" sound is an example of alliteration.

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Question 24 Report

The question is based on Richard Writer’s Native Son

Weekly, Bigger is to be paid_________?

Twenty Dollars

Twenty Five Dollars Correct answer

Thirty Dollars

Thirty Five Dollars

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Question 25 Report

The juxtaposition of two contrasting ideas in a line of poetry is_________?

euphemism

synecdoche

catharsis

oxymoron Correct answer

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The word that describes the juxtaposition of two contrasting ideas in a line of poetry is "oxymoron." An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which two opposite or contradictory ideas are combined to create a new meaning. For example, the phrase "jumbo shrimp" combines the words "jumbo," which means large, and "shrimp," which means small, to create a paradoxical or ironic effect. In poetry, oxymorons can be used to create a sense of tension or to highlight the complexity of a situation or emotion. The other options - "euphemism," "synecdoche," and "catharsis" - do not accurately describe this literary technique.

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Question 26 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 Correct answer

Etiyeri

Ekpe

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Question 27 Report

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

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

Correct answer

speech, gesture and movement for the screen and radio

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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.

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Question 28 Report

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

The poet in the excerpt above uses

litotes

symbolism

onomatopoeia Correct answer

aliteration

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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 29 Report

Define ?rhyme??

comparing two things using ?like? or ?as?

the repetition of a letter

the repetition of an ending sound Correct answer

the repetition of vowel sounds

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A rhyme is a repetition of similar sounds in the final stressed syllables and any following syllable of two or more words. It is the correspondence of sound between or the endings of words, especially when used at the end of lines in poetry

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Question 30 Report

Which of these is the meaning of “CAST”?

a list of all characters in a drama Correct answer

what the character is saying

the person who writes the drama

a list of protagonists in a drama

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Cast is the list of all characters in a drama

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Question 31 Report

"Hide me now, when night children haunt the earth" Wole Soyinka: "Night".

Night children in the stanza above reacts the consciousness of__________

birds

armed robbers Correct answer

animals

spirit beings

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Question 32 Report

The main aim of caricature is to_______?

describe

expose

emphasise

ridicule Correct answer

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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 33 Report

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

Room 101 symbolises a place of________???

rest

fun

humiliation

torture Correct answer

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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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Question 34 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 Correct answer

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 35 Report

The question is based on Bayo Adebowale's LONELY DAYS

Yaremi's only son is______?

Alani Correct answer

Wande

Olode

Deyo

Answer Details

Yaremi's only son is Alani.

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Question 36 Report

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

Othello kills Desdemona because the_______

former is jealous Correct answer

former's race is insulted

latter is a witch

latter is an idol

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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.

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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 Correct answer

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Question 38 Report

The question is based on Richard Writer’s NATIVE SON

Mr Datton is of the opinion that Negroes are happier when they are

together

servant in the white family Correct answer

educated

given some respect

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In "Native Son", Mr. Dalton earned a fortune in real estate. Although he profits from charging high rents to poor black tenants—including Bigger’s family—on Chicago’s South Side, he nonetheless claims to be a generous philanthropist and supporter of black Americans. Mr. Dalton is a major player in the production of the “whiteness” that terrifies, oppresses, and enrages Bigger. Despite Bigger’s criminal record, Mr. Dalton gives him a job because he thinks that blacks deserve a chance. Nonetheless, there is condescension in Mr. Dalton’s manner and charity. He simultaneously profits from keeping blacks like Bigger’s family in terrible housing, and expresses alleged benevolence by giving Bigger a menial job.

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Question 39 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 Correct answer

the-kitchen, upstairs

Okoro?s front yard, down stage

the direction of the kitchen, off stage

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Question 40 Report

In drama, the protagonist is ________

the writer of the drama

the leading character
Correct answer

the ?nice guy?

the actor

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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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