Literary principles - Jamb Literature in English Past Questions and Answers

Question 156:

• JAMB 2005

This question is based on General Literary Principles
Aesthetics in literature has to do with the creation of

A. Imagery
B. Lines
C. Beauty
D. Themes

Question 157:

• 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 158:

• 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 159:

• JAMB 2006

This question is based on General Literary Principles.
An anti-social taken by the tragic hero which results in a catastrophe is called

A. Anagnorisis
B. Premonition
C. Harmatia
D. Empathy

Question 160:

• 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