Versification in drama and poetry - Jamb Literature in English Past Questions and Answers

Question 51:

• JAMB 2005

This question is based on General Literary Principles
A poem without a regular rhyme scheme is a

A. Traditional poem
B. Ballad
C. Lyrical poem
D. Blank verse

Question 52:

• JAMB 2005

This question is based on General Literary Principles
Cast in a play refers to

A. All the actors
B. Three of the actors
C. A few of the actors
D. An exclusive social class in the play

Question 53:

• JAMB 2005

This question is based on General Literary Principles
A tragic hero, according to the Aristotelian precept, must be a

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

Question 54:

• JAMB 2006

This question is based on General Literary Principles.
Flash back in a literary work help to

A. Fill the missing link
B. Reveal the characters'mindsets
C. Place the story in proper perspective
D. Relate events that are extraneous to the story

Question 55:

• JAMB 2006

This question is based on General Literary Principles.
An address to a metaphysical source of inspiration by a poet is called

A. Clairvoyance
B. Inspiration
C. Invocation
D. Nemesis