Post Utme Literature in English Past Questions and Answers

Question 21:

Tossing up things on its tail Like a madman chasing nothing These lines contain an example of a ____________

A. Metaphor
B. Simile
C. Metonymy
D. Paradox

Question 22:

"Conceits more rich in matter than in words/Brags of his substance, not of ornament" (Act II.SC.IV).
The structure of this dramatic speech is an example of ____________

A. Paradoxical structure
B. Parallel structure
C. Circular thought pattern
D. Antithesis

Question 23:

A drama form that teaches godliness, righteousness and goodwill to all men among rulers and A ordinary citizens is called ____________

A. Sentimental comedy
B. Heroic tragi-comedy
C. Heroic farce
D. Satire

Question 24:

A dramatic composition in which many or all the words are sung is called ____________

A. Oratorio
B. Opera
C. Comedy
D. Concert

Question 25:

A humorous play based on an unrealistic situation is considered in drama as ____________

A. Comedy
B. Tragedy
C. Farce
D. Burlesque