Jamb Literature in English 1997 Past Questions and Answers

Question 21:

• JAMB 1997

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
The dialogue at the end of the novel reveals

A. Li's resolve to sustain her marriage
B. Li's tragic end
C. Awa's role as the man of the house
D. The cycle of life in Li's family

Question 22:

• JAMB 1997

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
What is the most striking feature of the setting in the novel?

A. The simple but effective description of the landscape
B. The reliance on straight forward presentations
C. The effective employment of contrasts
D. The use of difficult and mystifying language.

Question 23:

• JAMB 1997

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
What is the author's final message in the novel?

A. Human beings are born evil
B. Lovers should never separate
C. Man must confront his fate
D. The city is a wicked place

Question 24:

• JAMB 1997

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
Habu Adams ends up in the novel as a

A. Married man
B. Repentant husband
C. Successful businessman
D. Lame lover

Question 25:

• JAMB 1997

This question is based on Thomas Hardy's The Mayor of Casterbridge.
Susan concealed the true parentage of Elizabeth Jane in order to

A. Safeguard her daughter's dignity
B. Avenge Henchard for offending her
C. Escape Henchard's curse
D. Prevent Newson from claiming his daughter.