Jamb Literature in English Past Questions and Answers

Question 486:

• JAMB 1981

In Lord Tennyson's 'Ulysses'the phrase 'happy lsles' refers to

A. The abode of the dead
B. The palace of Achilles
C. The abode of the Gods
D. The ringing plants of windy Troy
E. The land of the idle king.

Question 487:

• JAMB 1981

S.T. Colerige's 'Khan' is a poem about

A. A dream world
B. The world of demon lovers
C. The river Alph
D. A sunless sea
E. Sunny spots of greenery.

Question 488:

• JAMB 1981

'The Myth of the Bagre' is an example of

A. A dream world
B. A narrative poem of initiation
C. A poem in praise of manly prowess
D. A poem recited at marriage festivals
E. A poem sacred to the memory of ancestors

Question 489:

• JAMB 1981

When Xuma talked to Di about Eliza, she

A. She thought Eliza was like her inside
B. Agreed that Eliza was unreasonable
C. Was amused
D. Was offended
E. Believed Xuma was very knowledgeable

Question 490:

• JAMB 1981

At mines where Xuma worked, the workers were

A. Satisfied
B. Confused
C. Rebellious
D. Overworked
E. Respected.