Textual Analysis - Jamb Literature in English Past Questions and Answers

Question 281:

• JAMB 1998

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
Like many other characters of her type, Li in the novel, is able to attain progress through her

A. Prayers to God
B. Criticism of the system
C. Optimistic attitude
D. Dedication to duty

Question 282:

• JAMB 1998

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
Li's initial aspiration in the novel is to

A. Escape from village life to the city
B. Marry a handsome man
C. Join her husband in the city
D. Remain in the peaceful village

Question 283:

• JAMB 1998

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
In the novel, Faku deserts Garba for

A. Prostitution
B. Survival
C. City life
D. Vengeance

Question 284:

• JAMB 1998

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
The tell-tale of Li's going to the dance is a

A. Burnt finger
B. Broken promise
C. Torn dress
D. Broken fence

Question 285:

• JAMB 1998

This question is based on Zaynab Alkali's The Stillborn.
By allowing Sule to return to the village in spite of his earlier vow, the author suggests the existence of

A. A destiny that awaits mankind
B. A bond between man and his roots
C. Homesickness in city dwellers
D. Kind feelings in all villagers