JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 2009

This question is based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
When Friar Lawrence asks if the bride is ready, he wants to know if

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When Friar Lawrence asks if the bride is ready, he wants to know if Juliet is prepared. This is because Friar Lawrence is the one who is

This question is based on Ferdinand Oyono's The Old Man and the Medal
'' We are here to die of rage! say die of rage because this time the uncircumcised have gone too far...''
The word uncircumcised in the statement above by Nti refers to

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In the statement, "uncircumcised" refers to the whites. The word is used metaphorically to suggest that the whites are not initiated into the customs and ways of the indigenous people. It implies that the whites are outsiders who do not understand or respect the local traditions and beliefs. This is a common theme in postcolonial literature, where the colonizers are portrayed as ignorant and arrogant towards the colonized people.

This question is based on General Literary Principles
A structural arrangement of units of composition by which one element of equal importance with another is similarly placed is called

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The answer to this question is parallelism. Parallelism is a literary device where the writer uses a structural arrangement of words, phrases, or clauses that are similar in length and grammatical form. This arrangement helps to create balance, rhythm, and emphasis, and it also helps to clarify and reinforce ideas. In literature, parallelism can be used in a variety of ways such as in poetry, prose, speeches, and even in dialogue.

This question is based on Buchi Emecheta's The Joys of Motherhood
What prompts Nnu Ego to run to the effigy of her Chi is that

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This question is based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
.....So tedious is this day
As is the night before some festival
To an impatient child that hath new robes And may not wear them'.
The literary device used in the excerpt is

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The literary device used in the excerpt is a simile. The poet compares Juliet's feeling of waiting for the night to end to the feeling of a child waiting to wear new clothes before a festival. The comparison uses the word "as" which indicates a simile.

This question is based on selected poem from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles
Thorn in Adeotiu's Naked Soles symbolizes

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In Adeoti's "Naked Soles," the thorn is a symbol of suffering. The poem explores the idea that life is not always easy and that we must endure hardships and pain to survive. The thorn, which represents the struggles and challenges that we face in life, is a reminder of this fact. It is a powerful symbol of the pain that we experience as we walk through life, and it underscores the poem's message that we must be strong and resilient in the face of adversity.

This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
Biokun: I did it for her!Let theme laugh!
Let them condemn me. I who have always derided superstition. I have gone back to the shrine of Olokun. At least if he dies, Oroki will know I tried everything.
Femi Osofisan:No More the Wasted Breed
Biokun's mood in this passage is one of

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Biokun's mood in this passage is one of desperation. This is shown through his statement "I did it for her!" and "At least if he dies, Oroki will know I tried everything." These phrases suggest that Biokun is feeling a sense of urgency and is willing to do anything to save Oroki's life.

This question is based on General Literary Principles
The use of sound pattern to suggest meaning in poetry is

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The use of sound pattern to suggest meaning in poetry is called "rhythm." Rhythm refers to the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a line of poetry, which creates a musical quality and affects the pace and tone of the poem. It can also be used to create a specific mood or atmosphere, emphasize certain words or phrases, and highlight the poem's themes or ideas.

This question is based on General Literary Principles
The use of gestures to communicate in drama is known as

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Mime refers to the use of gestures to communicate in drama. Mime involves the use of bodily movements and facial expressions to convey meaning without the use of words. The actors use their body language to create a visual representation of the character and the situation they are in. It is a form of non-verbal communication that is often used in physical theatre and can be seen in various forms of performance art such as dance, circus, and pantomime.

This question is based on General Literary Principles
A poetic device in which an idea in a line runs into another is called

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Enjambment is a poetic device in which an idea in a line of poetry runs into another. This means that a thought or phrase does not end at the end of a line, but rather continues into the next line without a pause or punctuation mark. It is often used to create a sense of continuity or flow in a poem, and can also be used to surprise or emphasize a particular word or phrase.

This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
'Me to the Orangery Solitude invites, a wagtail, to tell the tangled-wood-tale.
Christopher Okigbo: Heavensgae
The complexity of the poem can be ascribed to the poets use of

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In Christopher Okigbo's poem "Heavensgate," the complexity can be attributed to the poet's use of an extended metaphor. An extended metaphor is a literary device that creates a comparison between two unlike things that continues throughout a series of sentences in a paragraph or lines in a poem. In this case, the metaphor is comparing the speaker's solitude to an orangery, with the wagtail serving as a storyteller to the tangled-wood-tale. This comparison is sustained throughout the poem, contributing to its complexity as the metaphor is explored and developed in different ways.

This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
Why blame her who denies love for the asking And not the Birds and Moths and Beetles That after deep draughts from rich nector wells Flee tha drained petals to virgin flowers
The sound device used in the extract above is

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This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
'The hoe is her barber'
The line above is an example of

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This question is based on General Literary Principles
A group of three lyric stanzas in classical Greek poetry is referred to as

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This question is based on George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four
Newspeak, the official language of Oceania, is devised to

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In George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four, Newspeak, the official language of Oceania, is devised to meet the ideological needs of lngsoc. It is designed to limit freedom of thought by reducing the number of words available for use and by eliminating words and expressions that could be used to express dissent or independent thinking. The goal is to make it impossible for people to express ideas that are contrary to the ruling party's ideology and to ensure complete control over people's thoughts and beliefs.

This question is based on selected poems from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles
In Cope's Sonnet VII, poets are presented as

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This question is based on George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four
One of the themes of the novel is

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The theme of the novel "Nineteen Eighty-Four" by George Orwell is repression. The story is set in a totalitarian state where the government controls every aspect of people's lives, including their thoughts and emotions. The protagonist, Winston Smith, works for the government and secretly rebels against the system, but ultimately fails to escape its control. The novel explores the consequences of such a repressive system and its effects on individuals and society as a whole.

This question is based on J.C Graft's Sons and Daughters
James Ofosu's desire is to see Maanan trained as

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The question is asking about James Ofosu's desire for Maanan's future career. To answer this question, you would need to have read J.C. Graft's "Sons and Daughters." Based on the information given in the book, the answer is that James Ofosu desires for Maanan to be trained as an attorney.

This question is based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
Shakespeare depicts love and idealism through the

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The phrase the sunset in Kunene's A Heritage of Liberation refers to

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This question is based on General Literary Principles
An expression that signifies a whole through its significant parts is

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The expression that signifies a whole through its significant parts is called "synecdoche." It is a figure of speech where a part of something is used to represent the whole, or the whole is used to represent a part. For example, "all hands on deck" is a synecdoche where "hands" represent the sailors.

This question is based on Buchi Emecheta's The Joys of Motherhood
In the society of Nwokocha Agbadi, a man's social rating is determined by his

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This question is based on J.C Graft's Sons and Daughters
What causes the strained relationship between James and Lawyer B?

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This question is based on General Literary Principles
A metrical foot of two stressed or long syllables is called

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This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
'My song is the root touching other roots in a covenant below the crust...
Niyi Osundara: Waiting Laughters
The imagery used in the second line of the extract above is

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The imagery used in the second line of the extract above is visual. The image of a root touching other roots is a visual representation of the interconnectedness of things, and it creates a vivid mental picture in the reader's mind.

This question is based on J.C Graft's Sons and Daughters,Now look what we have:a permanent bloom of ugly paper flowers!'
The device used by Aaron in the excerpt above is

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This question is based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
The atmosphere of tragedy in the play is created through the use of

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This question is based on Ferdinand Oyono's The Old Man and the Medal
The only two sons of Meka die fighting for

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This question is based on Ferdinand Oyono's The Old Man and the Medal
In the novel, Africanness is achieved in both

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This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
'The huge sacrifice that ward off death The big offering that prevents diseases......
Femi Osofisan: Morountodun
The poem above can best be described as

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This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
Oh, the market is set like the hub of a wheel And it pulls like a magnet strong. It is easy to tell How it casts its spell And draws all the crowds along
The sound device used in the extract above is

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This question is based on selected poems from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked SolesIn Marvel's To His Coy Mistress the poet-persona tries to

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This question is based on George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four
In the novel, the party approves the separation of couples only

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This question is based on selected poems from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles
In Lawrence's Bat the poet's attitude to bat is one of

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This question is based on General Literary Principles
A conscious imitation of a literary work by another with the aim of ridicule is

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Parody is a conscious imitation of a literary work by another with the aim of ridicule. It involves taking a well-known work, and exaggerating or changing certain aspects to create a humorous or satirical effect. The purpose of a parody is to make fun of the original work, while also commenting on social or political issues. Examples of parodies include "Scary Movie", which parodies horror movies, and "Weird Al" Yankovic's musical parodies of popular songs.

This question is based on selected poem from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles
'The silence of the battlefield heralds the widow's anguish.'
The widow in the lines above in Launko's End of the War is in anguish because of the

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This question is based on General Literary Principles
A short and witty remark is

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A short and witty remark is an epigram. An epigram is a concise and clever statement that is often humorous or satirical. It is usually a memorable statement that makes a point or delivers a punchline.

This question is based on Buchi Emecheta's The Joys of Motherhood
''look at me jubilant for being given another opportunity to live longer, and see this foolish woman eager to end her own life when her maker is not yet ready for her...''
The opportunity referred to in the extract above is

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This question is based on selected poem from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles
'Pregnant clouds
Ride Safely on its back'
pregnant clouds in Rubadiri's An African Thunderstorm implies

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This question is based on J.C Graft's Sons and Daughters
In the play, the character of Lawyer B is presented through the use of

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This question is based on selected poem from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles
The end of Give Me The Minstrel's seatseems to suggest that one needs the

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The end of the poem "Give Me The Minstrel's seat" seems to suggest that one needs the support of others. The poem talks about the importance of having a community of people who will appreciate and celebrate the achievements of a person. The last stanza of the poem emphasizes that the speaker needs an audience to appreciate his songs and keep his memory alive. This suggests that the support of others is necessary for one's success and legacy to endure.

This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
A reference beyond the immediate purview of what is being presented is known as

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This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
'Tonderal was assisted by the villagers in placing his trunck box into the back of the car and he got into the passenger side of the truck. Initially, he was a bit nervous and clearly uncomfortable. His young mind was asking how someone whom, he had almost caused a serious accident could be his benefactor.'
Daniel T.Manyika: Two World Apart
The narrative point of view used in the extract above can best be described as

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The narrative point of view used in the extract above can be described as omniscient. In an omniscient point of view, the narrator knows and can reveal the thoughts, feelings, and actions of all the characters in the story. In this extract, the narrator reveals Tonderal's thoughts and feelings as he is assisted by the villagers and gets into the car. The narrator knows what is going on in Tonderal's mind, which makes the point of view omniscient.

This question is based on George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four
The main concern of Winston in the novel is to

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This question is based on selected poems from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles
The first stanza of Eliot's The Journey of the Magi depicts the

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This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
'From the sky suspended the strings of tattered pants marched on trembling feet under stone heavy-kits marched, on their breast scared, monogram of skulls and bones'
Ossie Enekwe:Mass for the Dead
The subject matter of the extract above is

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The subject matter of the extract is war. The author paints a vivid image of soldiers marching with tattered pants and heavy kits on their trembling feet, bearing the monogram of skulls and bones on their breast. The use of words like "stone-heavy kits" and "scared monogram of skulls and bones" depicts the harshness and brutality of war. The mention of the "strings of tattered pants" suggests the vulnerability and helplessness of the soldiers caught in the middle of a conflict.

This question is based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
.....So tedious is this day
As is the night before some festival
To an impatient child that hath new robes And may not wear them'.
What makes Juliet's night so tedious is the

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This question is based on J.C Graft's Sons and Daughters
The plot of the play is

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The question is asking about the plot of the play "Sons and Daughters" by J.C. Graft. To answer the question, we need to understand what is meant by the term "plot". The plot refers to the sequence of events that make up a story. In the case of "Sons and Daughters", the plot is linear, meaning that the events unfold in a straightforward chronological order. The story has a clear beginning, middle, and end, with each event leading logically and causally to the next. So, the answer to the question is "linear".

This question is based on General Literary Principles
The pride that contributes to the fall of a tragic character in a play is known as

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Hubris is the pride that contributes to the fall of a tragic character in a play. Hubris is a Greek term that refers to excessive pride or arrogance, which often leads to a character's downfall in tragedy. When a character displays hubris, they often believe they are invincible and above the law, leading them to take actions that ultimately lead to their own downfall. Hubris is a common element in many tragic plays and is often used to create tension and suspense in the plot.

This question is based on selected poems from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles
According to Give Me The Minstrel's Seat,,/b> a woman is

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