JAMB Literature in English 1978 Question 37

Question 37

Set Text: Twelfth Night
From Twelfth Night (Shakespeare)
The passage, as printed

Which of the following statements reflects best the situation revealed above

  1. A.Malvolio is greatly admired by Maria and Sir Toby
  2. B.Malvolio's dress and bearing will please Lady Olivia very much
  3. C.Malvolio is deceived into doing things hated by Olivia
  4. D.Malvolio is a heathen and pedant
  5. E.the author of Twelfth Night pokes fun at foolishly misguided people, liked Malvolio here.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Malvolio is deceived into doing things hated by Olivia)

Explanation

Maria's forged letter tricks Malvolio into yellow stockings and cross-garters, which Olivia actually hates.