DRAMA - Jamb Literature in English Past Questions and Answers

Question 316:

• JAMB 2012

"If you touch me, I shall smash your face with this bottle"
Based on J.C. De Graft's Sons and Daughters, the issue at stake is that

A. Maanan is trying to compromise
B. Lawyer B is trying to kiss Maanan
C. James sees Awere as a bad influence
D. Mrs Bonu is taunting Maanan for loving her husband

Question 317:

• JAMB 2012

"From forth the fatal loins of these two foes
A pair of star-crossed lovers take their life..."
Based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, the lines above suggests that the tragedy in the play

A. Could have been averted
B. Is predestined
C. Is brought on enmity
D. Brought misfortune on the lovers

Question 318:

• JAMB 2012

"O she doth teach the torches to burn bright!
It seems she hangs upon the cheek of night
A rich jewel in an Ethiop's ear."
Based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, from the lines above, Juliet's beauty is presented

A. In contrast to the dark night
B. As a source of envy to all
C. In terms of riches
D. As being outstanding

Question 319:

• JAMB 2012

"The all seeing sun
Ne'er saw match since first the world begun."
Based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet,
The lines above were spoken by

A. Count Paris in praise of Juliet
B. Romeo in praise of Juliet
C. Romeo in praise of Roseline
D. Lady Capulet in praise of Roseline

Question 320:

• JAMB 2012

Based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet,
The major role of Mercutio in the play is to

A. Serve as a contrast to Romeo
B. Aid and abet Romeo's passion
C. Annoy Tybalt
D. Accompany Romeo to Friar Lawrence