Define the following literary terms: (i) Satire (ii) Allusion (iii) Alliteration (iv) Conflict (v) Simile Show how literature is a reflection of life by giving five points.

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Briefly explain how the difference between a novel and a poem lies in their form giving three points for each. Why is it important to put plays in action? With examples briefly explain the following literary devices: (i) Hyperbole (ii) Irony (iii) Litotes (iv) Metaphor (v) Contrast

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Briefly explain the following: (i) Oral literature. (ii) Written literature. Mention the three basic genres of literature. It is argued that, the definition of the term literature is not complete unless it involves three elements namely art, language and society. Briefly support this view showing how these elements are part of literature.

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Relate the titles of the plays you have read with the ideas presented by playwrights in two plays you have read. Give four points from each play.

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With references to two plays you have read, show how the conflicts found in the readings could have been resolved. Give four points from each play.

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Verify how playwrights have shown that betrayal is an evil which hinders change in society using two plays studied under this section. Give four points from each play to support your answer.

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Most African writers write on a major themes/issues taking place in society. Choose two readings you have read to support the statement giving four points from each reading.

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Choose two readings from those read under this section and write what you like most. Give four points from each reading.

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Discuss four common themes found in two readings of your choice by giving four points from each reading.

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Poets like any other literary writers, write when they have a message to deliver to the society. Choose any two poems you have studied and explain the intended message to the audience giving four points from each poem.

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Show how social reality is reflected in two poems you have studied under this section.

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Read the following poem and then answer the questions that follow: EAT MORE By Joe Corrie Eat more fruit! The slogan say, ‘More fish, more beef, more bread!’ But I’m on Unemployment more pay My third year now, and wed. And so I wonder when I’ll see the slogan when I pass, The only one that would suit me ‘Eat more Bloody Grass!’

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