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Question 1 Report
In literary criticism, a casual reference to a figure or an event is regarded as a/an_______
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In literary criticism, a casual reference to a figure or an event is regarded as an allusion. An allusion is a literary device that refers to a person, event, or work of art in a passing or indirect manner. It assumes that the reader has prior knowledge of the subject being referred to, and the writer can use it to add depth and meaning to their work. Allusions can be used to create a connection between the reader and the text or to provide cultural or historical context. Therefore, an allusion is a type of reference that adds layers of meaning to a literary work.
Question 2 Report
Lago's hatred for Othello is deep rooted because__________
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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.
Question 3 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 object of the extract is____?
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The subject matter in Lenrie Peter's " panic of growing older" may likened to the extract ; especially with the paradox in the line 6 , pointing to the substitution and / or reversal of strength and responsibility from a child of his father thereafter when the father becomes of age.
Question 4 Report
A poem is said to be good if it________
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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.
Question 5 Report
In drama, comic reliefs often occur in_______
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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.
Question 6 Report
"You can call me a rebel, but I need a job. That's what matters to me." The repercussion of this statement by Aloho is a pointer to the theme ____
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Unemployment could have been the answer, if only Aloho listened to her good friend's against ochuole and Chief, her tragic end could have been avoided. Be reminded that the key word is " repercussion"
Question 7 Report
The dorminant mood in Tennyson's Crossing the Bar is that of___________
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The turn is that of acceptance because the poet's feeling was that of preparedness to embark on an evening journey of no return.
Question 8 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)
The prevailing activity in the extract is
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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.
Question 9 Report
A transferred epithet is popularly known as a/an ........
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A transferred epithet is popularly known as a "hypallage". A hypallage is a figure of speech in which an adjective or a modifier is grammatically associated with a word other than the one it actually modifies, creating an effect of syntactic inversion. In other words, a hypallage is when an adjective or descriptive word is applied to a different noun than the one it grammatically belongs to. For example, in the phrase "a sleepless night", the adjective "sleepless" is transferred from the person who is supposed to be sleepless to the night itself, which is inanimate and cannot literally experience sleeplessness. However, the phrase makes sense because it conveys the idea that the night feels long and restless. Transferred epithets are often used in literature and poetry to create vivid and striking imagery or to convey complex emotions and ideas.
Question 10 Report
The setting of Shakespeare's Othello is____________
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The setting of William Shakespeare's play "Othello" is Venice and its surrounding territories, including Cyprus. Venice was a major commercial and cultural center in the 16th and 17th centuries, and was known for its wealth, political power, and maritime influence. In the play, Venice is the backdrop for the events that unfold, and provides a backdrop of political and social tensions that shape the characters and their actions. The setting of Venice helps to create a sense of atmosphere and provides context for the play's themes of jealousy, deceit, and racism.
Question 11 Report
A dramatic type directed against an individual or a private institute with the intent to severely ridicule is called_________
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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.
Question 12 Report
The characterisation of Othello maybe pointed out in that__________
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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.
Question 13 Report
... is the illustration which serves to persuasively sustain the interest of the readers in a literary piece
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A narrative hook is the illustration that serves to persuasively sustain the interest of the readers in a literary piece. It's a tool used by writers to grab the reader's attention and keep them engaged in the story. A narrative hook can be an interesting character, a dramatic event, a cliffhanger, a surprising revelation, or any other element that makes the reader want to keep reading to find out what happens next. In essence, a narrative hook is what keeps the reader hooked on the story and invested in its outcome.
Question 14 Report
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The reason behind God withholding the gift of rest from man is that man can always remember his creator whether as a result of goodness or weariness. This is seen at the third stanza of the poem.
Question 15 Report
In Herbert's "The Pulley", God's supremacy is exemplified through______
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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.
Question 16 Report
In Lenrie's 'The Panic of Growing Older', another significant theme therein is on the___________
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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.
Question 17 Report
Amma Darko's "Faceless" ended with________
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The novel ended by explaining how Baby T's spirit caused Onko commit suicide while Maami Broni opens all their evil deeds.
Question 18 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?
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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 .
Question 19 Report
The metaphorical significance of Frank Ogodo's 'Harvest of Corruption' is seen in the theme of_____________
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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.
Question 20 Report
One of the following is not significant to Morris' "The Proud King"
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" 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.
Question 21 Report
A character whose action or qualities serve to heighten those of the hero through contrast is__________
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A character whose action or qualities serve to heighten those of the hero through contrast is called a "foil". A foil is a literary device that is used to highlight and emphasize the qualities and characteristics of the main character by contrasting them with those of another character. The foil character may have similar traits to the main character, but they are often presented in a negative light or with different motivations, values, or beliefs. This contrast helps to bring out the strengths, weaknesses, and complexities of the main character and can enhance the overall meaning and impact of the story.
Question 22 Report
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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.
Question 23 Report
"The sudden throb of pain" in Lenrie's 'The Panic of Growing Old' signifies the_________
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In the poem, what signify weaknes is "The suden throb of pain ", "legs cribbed" which is the result of old age
Question 24 Report
Bayo Adebowale portrayed Yaremi as resilient, self reliant and strong willed particularly to__________
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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.
Question 25 Report
An overused expression is a/an _________
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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.
Question 26 Report
What basically distinguishes literature from other disciplines is its________
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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.
Question 27 Report
Use the extract below to answer questions
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 mood of the writer is that of _____?
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The poet glimpse of hope at very beginning, was how however overtaken by the feeling of worry as to the challenges of maturity and growing older.
Question 28 Report
Use the extract below to answer questions
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_________
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A diligent tracing of the rhyme pattern in the excerpt above will result into the 'abcacc' scheme therefore 'abcacc' is the best answer.
Question 29 Report
Read the poem and answer questions
At dawn must I rise to till the rock
That our land has turned into
The land where on we'd gleefully harvested paddy
Planted and nurtured and tended on plots marshy
Our woes are bloody woes of accursed revenges
Of the land spirits aggrieved by paltry human respect
For the life of fellow man by his fellow
Kindred blood has counted for less than no value
Brother's wife has been wife to other brother's brother
Communal loot has emptied our country silos
The earth has stopped breathing and sighed
Soldered tears has the moon shed
The earth was scorched at noon-day night
And our land has turned to hoeing rock.
'The earth has stopped breathing and sighed' illustrates__________
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The line "The earth has stopped breathing and sighed" illustrates personification. Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human entities such as animals, objects, or natural phenomena. In this line, the poet personifies the earth, giving it human-like qualities of breathing and sighing. The use of personification is effective in conveying the idea that the land is suffering and struggling to survive due to the neglect and mistreatment by its human inhabitants. The line does not illustrate bathos, which is an abrupt shift from a serious or lofty style to a common or ridiculous one. It is also not a paradox, which is a statement that appears self-contradictory or absurd but may be true in fact. Additionally, it is not a climax, which is the point of highest dramatic tension or a turning point in a narrative.
Question 30 Report
Which one of the following does not relate to the tone in Diop's Vanity?
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Africans needs to celebrate their Ancestors and sustain their values because the Birago Diop's attitude was that of condemnation , sarcasm and ridicule.
Question 31 Report
Blake's 'The School Boy' advocates for____________
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Question 32 Report
The bar in Tennyson's "Crossing the Bar" is a symbol for the___________
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The bar in Alfred Lord Tennyson's poem "Crossing the Bar" symbolizes the boundary between life and death. This boundary is often referred to as the "crossing" or the "journey" from life on earth to the afterlife. The bar represents the threshold between this life and the next, and the speaker in the poem is asking for God's guidance as he makes this final journey. The bar can be interpreted as a metaphor for the uncertainty and fear associated with death, and the speaker is expressing a desire for a safe and peaceful crossing.
Question 33 Report
When a writer deviates from the chronological arrangement of events in a literary piece, he uses ...
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When a writer deviates from the chronological arrangement of events in a literary piece, he uses anachrony. Anachrony refers to the technique of presenting events out of the order in which they occurred chronologically. This technique is often used to create suspense, highlight certain events or themes, or to show the effects of past events on the present. Anachrony can take various forms, including flashbacks, flash-forwards, or a nonlinear narrative structure. It is a common technique used in literature, film, and other forms of storytelling to add complexity and depth to a narrative.
Question 34 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______
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Probably on the first instance the statement may not seem true but with a closer examination it appears to be true and realistic
Question 35 Report
Adeoti's Ambush may be best described as____________
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Adeoti's Ambush may be best described as metaphorical. Metaphorical language is the use of a word or phrase that is not meant to be taken literally, but rather to represent something else. In Adeoti's Ambush, the language used goes beyond the literal meaning of words to create a deeper meaning or message. For example, when Adeoti writes, "The road was a serpent, coiled and waiting to strike," he is using a metaphor to compare the road to a serpent, emphasizing the danger and unpredictability of the situation. Through the use of metaphorical language, Adeoti creates vivid imagery that helps readers better understand the themes and ideas in his work. This can make the writing more engaging and memorable, as readers are able to connect with the message on a deeper level.
Question 36 Report
The mood of Diop's 'Vanity' is__________
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The mood of the poem "Vanity" is that of worry and also the poet expressess this through a series of rhetorical questions.
Question 37 Report
A story which explains a natural phenomenon is_______
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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.
Question 38 Report
_____ is used to describe the predetermination of a future event in a literary piece
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Anelepsis (flash back) is used to reveal a futuristic event at the present moment while prolepsis is literay used for foreshadowing unlike flash back.
Question 39 Report
Awonoor's 'The Anvil and the Hammer' is best described as a/an___________
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There is consistent metre pattern or rhythm, the poem is a free verse.
Question 40 Report
'A trouble shared is a trouble halved' illustrates the use of______
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Further examination reveals paradox altruism and proverbial importance of it expression though it may seem untrue at first sight.
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