Textual Analysis - Jamb Literature in English Past Questions and Answers

Question 396:

• JAMB 2009

This question is based on Buchi Emecheta's The Joys of MotherhoodIn the society of Nwokocha Agbadi, a man's social rating is determined by his

A. Oratorical power
B. Physical prowess
C. Gentle mien
D. Altruistic actions

Question 397:

• JAMB 2009

This question is based on Buchi Emecheta's The Joys of Motherhood''look at me jubilant for being given another opportunity to live longer, and see this foolish woman eager to end her own life when her maker is not yet ready for her...''The opportunity referred to in the extract above is

A. The misunderstanding between Nnaife and his wife
B. Narrowly escaping being knocked down
C. The driver's encounter with Nnu Ego
D. Ominous visit of Agunwa

Question 398:

• JAMB 2010

This question is based on J.C De Graft Sons and Daughters.
'I simply don't understand what's the matter with everybody today. everybody let me down, and ......
The speaker above is referring to

A. Hannah and George
B. Aaron and Maanan
C. Lawyer B and Mrs. B
D. Fosuwa and Maidservant

Question 399:

• JAMB 2010

This question is based on J.C De Graft Sons and Daughters.
'I simply don't understand what's the matter with everybody today. everybody let me down, and ......
The speaker above is referring to

A. Hannah and George
B. Aaron and Maanan
C. Lawyer B and Mrs. B
D. Fosuwa and Maidservant

Question 400:

• JAMB 2010

This question is based on J.C De Graft Sons and Daughters.
'I simply don't understand what's the matter with everybody today. everybody let me down, and ......
Maanan expresses dislike for Lawyer B because of

A. His recent advances towards her
B. The betrayal of her father's trust
C. The betrayal of his wife's trust
D. His condemnation of her choice of career