Literary principles - Jamb Literature in English Past Questions and Answers

Question 56:

• JAMB 1985

In a play denouement is the

A. Entry of the central character
B. Development of the central conflict
C. Introduction of the minor conflict along side the major conflict
D. Climatic point in the development of the plot
E. The resolution of the conflicts in the plot.

Question 57:

• JAMB 1985

The central organizing idea which unites character, action, language and style in a work of fiction is known as

A. Theory
B. Plot
C. Theme
D. Characterization
E. Fable.

Question 58:

• JAMB 1985

In poetry, the elegiac mood typically attends the occasion or experience of

A. Triumph and fulfilment
B. Birth and growth
C. Death and decay
D. Joy and ecstacy
E. Illumination and discovery.

Question 59:

• JAMB 1986

The epilogue in a play refers to the

A. Conflict in the play
B. Tail-piece
C. Opening chorus
D. Dramatic action.

Question 60:

• JAMB 1986

Which of the following is NOT a form of poetic expression

A. Sestet
B. Lyric
C. Sonnet
D. Elegy.