The withdrawal of rest from man according to George Herbert in 'The Pulley' is particularly because_____

man by nature has the tendencies to be lazy

God wants man to feel less of himself

The bar in Tennyson's "Crossing the Bar" is a symbol for the___________

boundary between life and death

presence of God's and his guiding force

boundary between life and death

Okara's reminiscence in the "Piano and Drums" as to how he walks to the farm with no shoes, marching thorns and dangerous leafs, and still finds this enjoyable creates a feeling of___________

neglect of African culture for civilized styles

The mood of Diop's 'Vanity' is__________

expressed through rhetorical questions

expressed through the use of innuendos

JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 2019

Question 1 Report

The metaphorical significance of Frank Ogodo's 'Harvest of Corruption' is seen in the theme of_____________

corruption

unemployment

retribution

betrayal of public trust

Answer Details

The harvest of corruption with the theme of Retribution started with the repercussions activities of chief Ade Amaka, Aloho, madam Hoha, Justice odili, ochuole were properly served with the punishment proportionally.

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Question 2 Report

A poem is said to be good if it________

has elevated style

has rhyme and reason

is difficult to understandand

has a regular rhythm

Answer Details

A poem is said to be good if it evokes emotions and resonates with the reader in a meaningful way. A good poem can have many different elements that contribute to its effectiveness, including elevated style, rhyme and reason, a regular rhythm, and so on. However, the most important aspect of a good poem is its ability to connect with the reader and convey a message, feeling, or idea that is significant and impactful. Ultimately, whether a poem is considered "good" is subjective and depends on the reader's personal preferences and experiences.

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Question 3 Report

Adeoti's "Ambush" ends on a note of___________

despair

bright aspirations

courage

uncertainty

Answer Details

The last stanza of the poem where they said " awaiting in ambush" shows or signifies hopelessness as the ruling class will be expecting to devour the future change makers.

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Question 4 Report

'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

alliteration

repetition

paradox

rhyme scheme

Answer Details

What makes rhyme scheme the predominant literary figure there is the semblance of sound and patternised movement of the words in the excerpt above.

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Question 5 Report

_______ is used to describe the situation where a character recognize his mistake

Tragic flaw

Hubris

Denouement

Anagnorisis

Answer Details

Anagnorisis is used to describe the situation where a character recognizes their mistake. Anagnorisis is a term from classical Greek drama, and it refers to the moment in a play when the protagonist realizes the error of their ways. This realization often leads to a change in the character's behavior or a shift in the direction of the plot. In literature, anagnorisis is often used to bring about a resolution to the conflict or to provide a turning point in the story. It can be a powerful moment in a story, as it allows the reader to see the character grow and develop, and it often leads to a greater understanding of the story as a whole.

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Question 6 Report

"The sudden throb of pain" in Lenrie's 'The Panic of Growing Old' signifies the_________

negative impacts of aging

difficulties of life

youthful age

uncertainties of life

Answer Details

In the poem, what signify weaknes is "The suden throb of pain ", "legs cribbed" which is the result of old age

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Question 7 Report

A story which explains a natural phenomenon is_______

parable

legend

myth

fiction

Answer Details

Parable is stories concern the issues of right reason and good conscience and have didactic qualities, it is also often seen as an earthly story which has heavenly inclinations.

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Question 8 Report

Amma Darko's "Faceless" ended with________

an inclination of tragi-comedy

an epilogue narrating how Baby T's spirit revenged her death

an epilogue narrating how Fofo started her early childhood

an inclination of indecisiveness

Answer Details

The novel ended by explaining how Baby T's spirit caused Onko commit suicide while Maami Broni opens all their evil deeds.

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Question 9 Report

One of the following is not significant to Morris' "The Proud King"

didacticism

allusion

parable

allegory

Answer Details

" The proud King" is actually a biblical allusion because it an epic poem which is didactic in nature and teaches moral lessons , it is also concern for the sense of good virtue makes as well a parable of some kind.

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Question 10 Report

The dorminant mood in Tennyson's Crossing the Bar is that of___________

Acceptance

Anxiety

Uncertainty

Readiness

Answer Details

The turn is that of acceptance because the poet's feeling was that of preparedness to embark on an evening journey of no return.

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Question 11 Report

What basically distinguishes literature from other disciplines is its________

use of creative imagination

exposition of human experiences

communication of ideas

portrayal of places

Answer Details

What distinguishes literature from other disciplines is its use of creative imagination and its exposition of human experiences. Literature is a form of artistic expression that allows writers to use their imaginations to explore and express the complexities of the human experience. It is not limited by the constraints of reality, and can instead draw upon the full range of human emotions, thoughts, and experiences. Through the use of symbolism, metaphor, and other literary devices, literature is able to convey the essence of the human experience in a way that is unique and powerful. In this sense, literature is distinct from other disciplines such as science, history, or philosophy, which may also deal with aspects of the human experience, but do so in a more structured and empirical manner.

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Question 12 Report

A dramatic type directed against an individual or a private institute with the intent to severely ridicule is called_________

satire

burlesque

caricature

lampoon

Answer Details

The correct term for a dramatic type directed against an individual or a private institute with the intent to severely ridicule is a "lampoon." A lampoon is a type of satirical writing that specifically targets individuals or organizations, using humor and ridicule to expose flaws, criticize behaviors, or challenge beliefs. Lampoons are often written in a sarcastic, exaggerated, or insulting manner, and they can be found in many forms, such as cartoons, poems, or songs. The purpose of a lampoon is to entertain the audience while also making a serious point or social commentary.

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Question 13 Report

Bayo Adebowale portrayed Yaremi as resilient, self reliant and strong willed particularly to__________

rebuke African superstitious beliefs

represent the image of African traditionalism

condemn male chauvinism

demonstrate the plight of widowhood

Answer Details

Despite the resentment from most men in Kufi, Yaremi remained self-reliant and assertive.The author strongly condemned and advocates for the change in the African belief system as the male superiority over the female gender. Option D although may seem tempting, but clearly relates to the unfounded beliefs that widows are responsible for their husbands' death etc.

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Question 14 Report

The literary term for conflict in literature is_________

Agon

Hubris

Hamartia

Anaphora

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The literary term for conflict in literature is "Agon". Agon refers to the central struggle or conflict between characters, ideas, or forces in a literary work. It is an essential element of the plot that drives the story forward and creates tension and drama. Agon can take many forms, such as a physical battle, a psychological struggle, or a moral dilemma, and it can be between the protagonist and an antagonist, or within the protagonist's own mind or conscience. In summary, Agon is a crucial component of a story that creates conflict, tension, and interest for the reader or audience.

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Question 15 Report

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"Now, by yond marble
heaven,
In the due reverence of a sacred vow
I here enrage my words." (Shakespeare's Othello)

What incident ignited the excerpt above?

the taking of a vow of revenge

Othello's rage about Desdemona's betrayal

Lago's conspiracy with Brabantio to kill Othello

Desdemona and Emilia's discussion on the lost handkerchief

Answer Details

What lead to Desdemona's betrayal by Othello was when Lago played upon his ( Othello) insecurities, reminding him of Cassio's outstanding qualites , this added to vexing Othello and lured him into doing such .

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Question 16 Report

'Nightfall! Nightfall!
You are my mortal enemy'

The figurative name for the manner in which Nightfall is directly addressed is______

allusion

an ode

metaphor

apostrophe

Answer Details

The figurative name for the manner in which Nightfall is directly addressed is apostrophe. Apostrophe is a figure of speech in which an absent or imaginary person, a thing, or an abstraction is addressed as if present and capable of understanding. In this case, Nightfall is being directly addressed as if it is a person who is capable of being an enemy.

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Question 17 Report

_____ is used to describe the predetermination of a future event in a literary piece

Analepsis

Prolepsis

Interlude

Fatalism

Answer Details

Anelepsis (flash back) is used to reveal a futuristic event at the present moment while prolepsis is literay used for foreshadowing unlike flash back.

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Question 18 Report

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Line 1: My heart leaps up when I behold
Line 2: A rainbow in the sky
Line 3: so was it when my life began
Line 4: so is it now
Line 5: so is it when I have grown
Line 6: the child is the father of the man.

The literary device used in line 1 is ________

Simile

Alliteration

Litotes

Personification

Answer Details

'My heart leaps' is a good example of personification. Evidence the fact that the heart is being personified to act as though it were real , physical human being.

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Question 19 Report

The characterisation of Othello maybe pointed out in that__________

he remains at a distance from much of the action that concerns and affects him at the beginning

he refuses to appoint Lago as the Lieutenant

although he is a cultural outsider in Venice, his military skills are valuable to the State

Lago sees him as an enemy

Answer Details

Option C Significantly points out this figure best in Othello.The distinctive qualities of a character which the author defines or what the other characters perceive of him is characterization.

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Question 20 Report

A novel written in form of a letter is said to be_______

gothic

biographical

epistolary

autobiographical

Answer Details

The correct answer is "epistolary." An epistolary novel is a novel written in the form of a series of letters or diary entries. The letters are often written by one or more of the characters in the novel, and they can be addressed to other characters in the novel, or to people outside the novel. The form of the letters allows the reader to see events from multiple perspectives and can create a more intimate relationship between the reader and the characters. One famous example of an epistolary novel is "Dracula" by Bram Stoker. The novel is made up of a series of letters, diary entries, and newspaper articles, all written by different characters in the novel. The use of letters and diary entries allows the reader to experience the horror of the novel through the eyes of the characters, and creates a sense of immediacy and urgency. Epistolary novels have been popular for centuries, and the form has been used to tell a wide variety of stories, from gothic horror to romantic comedy. Some other examples of epistolary novels include "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker, "Pamela" by Samuel Richardson, and "The Screwtape Letters" by C.S. Lewis.

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Question 21 Report

A short poem that expresses an idea in a clever way is called _____

An Epigram

A Limerick

An Ode

A Lyric

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A short poem that expresses an idea in a clever way is called an Epigram. An epigram is a concise and witty poem or statement that often has a clever twist or pun at the end. It is meant to make the reader think and often has a humorous or satirical tone. The word "epigram" comes from the Greek word "epigramma," which means "inscription" or "something pointed."

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Question 22 Report

Blake's 'The School Boy' advocates for____________

a fine balancing between work and pleasure for a child's development

the liberty of the child to explore nature and life without restraints

the promotion of the culture of excellence in a child's academic endavour

a proper disciplinary culture for the training of a child

Answer Details

The poet in the sixth stanza concludes his argument by adding that strict parenting and schooling will make the child's adult life unproductive without a fine blend of enjoyment of life and discipline. That is why a fine balancing between work and pleasure for a child's development is the best answer.

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Question 23 Report

In Herbert's "The Pulley", God's supremacy is exemplified through______

His withholding of the gift of rest

the insatiable nature of man's needs

His unending love for mankind

His blessings of man with many gifts

Answer Details

God establishes his supremacy over man and retains man's dependency on Him by withholding the gift of rest so much so that man may continue to find strength and fulfilment by seeking and worshipping Him.

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Question 24 Report

'The dun dun of a drum' is an example of an__________

euphemism

onomatopoeia

assonance

oxymoron

Answer Details

'The dun dun of a drum' is an example of an onomatopoeia. Onomatopoeia is a literary device in which a word imitates the sound it represents. In this case, the word "dun dun" imitates the sound of a drum, and therefore, it is an onomatopoeia. Onomatopoeia can be used to create a vivid and sensory experience for the reader, making the writing more engaging and memorable. Therefore, onomatopoeia is a useful tool for writers who want to make their work more expressive and dynamic.

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Question 25 Report

The most dominant poetic device used in Okara's 'Panio and Drums' is_______

Metaphor

Symbolism

Pathetic Fallacy

Analogy

Answer Details

The most dominant poetic device used in Okara's 'Piano and Drums' is "symbolism." Symbolism is a literary device that uses symbols to represent ideas or qualities beyond their literal meaning. In the poem, the piano and the drums represent two different cultures - the Western and the African - and the conflict between them. The piano symbolizes Western culture, which is associated with order, control, and civilization, while the drums represent African culture, which is associated with rhythm, passion, and tradition. Through this symbolism, the poem explores the speaker's struggle to reconcile his African heritage with the influence of Western culture.

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Question 26 Report

Which one of the following is most influential to the substance of Hallowell's "The Dinning Table"?

the structure of the poem

the atmosphere of the poem

the poetic style

the setting of the poem

Answer Details

The most influential aspect of Hallowell's "The Dining Table" is the setting of the poem. The setting is a domestic dining table that represents a space where family members gather and interact with each other. The setting is significant because it creates an atmosphere that allows the poet to explore various themes such as family dynamics, cultural identity, and the passage of time. The structure of the poem, the atmosphere, and the poetic style are all important, but they are secondary to the setting because they all contribute to the portrayal of the dining table and the significance it holds in the lives of the family members.

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Question 27 Report

Lago's hatred for Othello is deep rooted because__________

he accused Othello of stealing

he loves Desdemona who is married to Othello

Othello is a better warrior that he is

Othello didn't make him the Lieutenant

Answer Details

Lago's hatred for Othello was born out of the fact that Othello rather appointed Cassio, an inexperienced soldier, as the Lieutenant than himself (Lago). Therefore Othello didn't make him the lieutenant is the correct answer.

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Question 28 Report

Amma Darko's Faceless may be best described as a___________

Travelogue

Satire

Lampoon

Tragedy

Answer Details

Baby T and Fofo's life stories are signal to these issues where by families and the entire society which directly or indirectly lure or lead their young ones into hard life on the streets, which was actually criticized in the prose.

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Question 29 Report

Awonoor's 'The Anvil and the Hammer' is best described as a/an___________

free verse

blank verse

ode

apologue

Answer Details

There is consistent metre pattern or rhythm, the poem is a free verse.

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Question 30 Report

Aloho begins her harvest of corruption when____________

she found out the truth about Chief Ade Amaka

she discovered she was 3 months pregnant and abortion was impossible

her best friend warned her about the deceitfulness of Chief Ade Amaka

she eventually died after giving birth to a baby girl

Answer Details

It was when Aloho found out she was 3 months pregnant and the chances of abortion were impossible that was when the harvest of corruption started in The novel.

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Question 31 Report

"Nightfall! Nightfall!! You are my mortal enemy". The dominant figure of speech above is a/an________

Ode

Apostrophe

Allusion

Metaphor

Answer Details

Apostrophe is used to describe an absent person as if present and a dead person or subject matter and as if living, this should not be confused with personification. So the correct answer is Apostrophe because "Night fall" is directly addressed as if it were living being, this is a figurative quality of an Apostrophe.

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Question 32 Report

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Line 1: My heart leaps up when I behold
Line 2: A rainbow in the sky
Line 3: so was it when my life began
Line 4: so is it now
Line 5: so is it when I have grown
Line 6: the child is the father of the man.

The rhyme scheme of the poem is_________

acbcca

abccdc

abcacc

abacbc

Answer Details

A diligent tracing of the rhyme pattern in the excerpt above will result into the 'abcacc' scheme therefore 'abcacc' is the best answer.

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Question 33 Report

An overused expression is a/an _________

Cliche

Cacophony

Epigram

Archetype

Answer Details

An overused expression is a "cliche". A cliche is a phrase or expression that has become so overused that it has lost its original meaning or impact. It is often used as a shortcut to convey a certain idea or emotion, but it can be seen as trite or unoriginal. Examples of cliches include phrases like "at the end of the day", "all's well that ends well", or "time heals all wounds". These expressions are often used in everyday conversation, but they can become tiresome or predictable when used too frequently. In literature and writing, the use of cliches can be seen as a weakness or a lack of originality. Good writers strive to find fresh and innovative ways to express their ideas and emotions, and avoid relying on cliches as a crutch. Overall, a cliche is an overused expression that has lost its original impact and can be seen as unoriginal or trite.

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Question 34 Report

Richard Wright's " Native Son" may be described to a/an_______

parody

picaresque

bildungsroman

travelogue

Answer Details

"Native Son" by Richard Wright can be described as a bildungsroman. A bildungsroman is a novel that focuses on the moral and psychological growth of the protagonist from youth to adulthood. "Native Son" follows the story of Bigger Thomas, an African American youth living in poverty in Chicago. The novel explores his psychological and emotional development as he navigates the racist society in which he lives and the consequences of his actions.

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Question 35 Report

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Line 1: My heart leaps up when I behold
Line 2: A rainbow in the sky
Line 3: so was it when my life began
Line 4: so is it now
Line 5: so is it when I have grown
Line 6: the child is the father of the man.

The literary device used in line 6 is an example of______

Synecdoche

Irony

Paradox

Hyperbole

Answer Details

Probably on the first instance the statement may not seem true but with a closer examination it appears to be true and realistic

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Question 36 Report

In Lenrie's 'The Panic of Growing Older', another significant theme therein is on the___________

fear of natural disasters

uncertainties of life

futility of war

essence of mankind and nature

Answer Details

In Lenrie's 'The Panic of Growing Older', another significant theme is the uncertainties of life. The poem describes the speaker's fear and anxiety as he grows older and realizes that life is unpredictable and fleeting. He expresses his regret for not living his life to the fullest and for wasting time on things that don't matter. The poem suggests that life is full of uncertainties, and we can't predict what will happen in the future. The speaker's panic about growing older is a reflection of our universal fear of the unknown and the inevitability of aging and death. Although the poem briefly mentions natural disasters, war, and the relationship between mankind and nature, these are not the primary themes. The poem's central focus is on the uncertainties of life and how we should cherish the present moment and make the most of our time on earth.

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Question 37 Report

The theme that runs through Hallowell's Dining Table is that of________

Conflict

Brutality

Poverty

Loneliness

Answer Details

The poet with the usage of powerful imageries and symbols as 'gun' and 'wound' reveals that the subject matter of the poem is that of brutality or horrors of war and not mere conflict therefore brutality is the best answer.

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Question 38 Report

In drama, comic reliefs often occur in_______

comedies

tragedies

historical plays

romantic plays

Answer Details

In drama, comic reliefs often occur in tragedies. A comic relief is a scene, character, or dialogue that provides a temporary respite from the serious and emotional intensity of the main plot. It is used to lighten the mood and add humor to a play, and is often found in tragedies where the overall tone is dark and heavy. The use of comic relief allows the audience to take a break from the intense emotions and events of the play and can make the play as a whole more enjoyable and memorable.

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"Now, by yond marble
heaven,
In the due reverence of a sacred vow
I here enrage my words." (Shakespeare's Othello)

The prevailing activity in the extract is

the vow of revenge and pledge of loyalty by Lago to Othello

evident of the conspiracy between Lago and Othello

the vow by Lago to revenge upon Othello

reflective of Othello's rage

Answer Details

What made Lago and Othello to kneel before each other as take a vow on how to revenge against Desdemona was because he has been ignited by Lago.

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Question 40 Report

The specie of conflict exemplified in the Native Son is that of_______

man against society

man against nature

man against culture

man against man

Answer Details

The species of conflict exemplified in "Native Son" is that of man against society. This novel, written by Richard Wright, explores the experiences of a young Black man named Bigger Thomas who lives in poverty and racial segregation in Chicago during the 1930s. The central conflict in the novel is the tension between Bigger and the white-dominated society in which he lives. This conflict is characterized by racism, prejudice, and inequality, and it affects every aspect of Bigger's life, from his relationships to his opportunities and freedoms. The novel ultimately depicts the devastating consequences of this man-against-society conflict and its impact on the lives of those who are oppressed and marginalized by it.

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