Jamb Literature in English 2001 Past Questions and Answers

Question 31:

• JAMB 2001

This question is based on General Literary Principles
The literary device which anticipates that an event will take place is best described as

A. Foreshadowing
B. Rising action
C. Flashback
D. Parody

Question 32:

• JAMB 2001

This question is based on General Literary Principles
The flat character in a literary work

A. Is the same as the round character
B. Cannot be found in an allegory
C. Is capable of growing
D. Always embodies a quality

Question 33:

• JAMB 2001

This question is based on General Literary Principles
The overwhelming pride that destroys the tragic hero is called

A. Tragedy
B. Nemesis
C. Catharsis
D. Hubris

Question 34:

• JAMB 2001

This question is based on General Literary Principles
A farce refers to a drama that has elements of the

A. Serious
B. Comic
C. Satiric
D. Tragic

Question 35:

• JAMB 2001

This question is based on General Literary Principles
Catharsis is experienced

A. After one has written a play
B. When a play is still being staged
C. Before watching a play
D. After watching a play