Jamb Literature in English 2023 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

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A story with elements that have both literal and figurative meanings is

A. Allegory
B. Novella
C. Fable
D. Epistle

Question 17:

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A tragic hero, according to the Aristotelian precept, must be a

A. Central character after whom the play is named
B. King with deep affection for his subjects
C. Noble character with hubris
D. Lowly character who suddenly stumbles on some fortunes

Question 18:

• JAMB 2023

This question is based on RAIDER OF THE TREASURE TROVE.

The poetic device in the expression "Rage is chief" is ___

A. Oxymoron
B. Simile
C. Metaphor
D. Hyperbole

Question 19:

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*For seven days it rained that June;
A storm half out to sea kept turning around like a dog trying to settle himself on a rug; We were the fleas that
complained in his hair.
John Updike, Wash

The image set in the lines above are of

A. Rain and flood in June
B. Discomfort and likely destruction
C. The days of Noah
D. An animal insects and fun

Question 20:

• JAMB 2023

The overwhelming pride that destroys the tragic hero is called

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