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

Question 61:

• JAMB 2008

This question is based on General Literary Principles.A line or a group of lines repeated in the course of a poem is called

A. Chorus
B. Refrain
C. Repetition
D. Prologue

Question 62:

• JAMB 2008

This question is based on General Literary Principles.Limerick is a light verse which consist of five lines that are

A. Anapestic
B. Trochaic
C. Spondaic
D. Dactylic

Question 63:

• JAMB 2008

This question is based on General Literary Principles.A short narrative or lyrical poem intended to be sung is a

A. Leich
B. Lay
C. Lauda
D. Letrilla

Question 64:

• JAMB 2010

These questions are based on General Literary Principles.
In a narrative poem,the poet attempts to

A. Describe a place
B. Preach a sermon
C. Tell a story
D. Summarize a story

Question 65:

• JAMB 2021

A melodramatic play is based on

A. A melodious manipulation of events
B. Ingredients that mellow down events
C. Sensational plot and characters
D. The playwright's didactic overtones