2021 - JAMB Literature Past Questions and Answers - page 2

Option B is the correct answer.

A paradox in literature is a statement or situation that contradicts itself or appears to be untrue or impossible. It is a figure of speech or a literary device that presents an idea or concept that contradicts or contradicts itself.

Option D is the correct answer.

A rhetorical question in literature is a question that is asked for effect, rather than to elicit a response. It is a figure of speech that is used to create emphasis, to make a point, or to encourage the reader or listener to think about a particular idea or concept.

Here, writer is asking question to make a point to the reader and not expecting any answer. So, the literary device used here is said to be rhetoric. 

Option C is the correct answer.

Melodrama is a play or story that entails sensational and romantic plots or events that exaggerate and appeal to the emotions of the audience. It often has a clear-cut division between good and evil characters. 

A play or story is said to be melodramatic when it base on sensational plot and characters or events.

Option A is the correct answer.

Romantic poetry is a genre of poetry that emerged during the late 18th and early 19th centuries in Europe and North America. It is characterized by its emphasis on nature emotion, and imagination.

Romantic poetry is known for its use of nature as a source of inspiration, and as a symbol of the beauty and wonder of the world.

Option B is the correct answer.

A tragic flaw, also known as a hamartia, is a literary device that refers to a character (usually protagonist) trait or characteristic that ultimately leads to he or her downfall or destruction. 

Option D is the correct answer.

A euphemism is a mild or indirect word or expression used in place of one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing. It is often used to avoid offense or to make something less negative.

Here, the writer used indirect words to refer to something to unpleasant which is refer as euphemism.

Option A is the correct answer.

According to the play, it is through collectivism that social change is achievable. 

Option C. in pursuit of Marshall

According to the play, Titubi joined the farmer's revolt because she wants to pursue the title of the Marshall (the leader of the peasant fighters).

Option D. Flashback

The author re-enacted the legendary of Moremi into the play as a flashback to remind the readers the kind of woman who Moremi was.