passwella.
Menu

JAMB Literature in English 1979 Question 31

Question 31

African Poetry
From 'The Mesh'
The passage, as printed

In 'The Mesh', the poet 'lingered over the choice' because

  1. A.he had quarrelled with the lady
  2. B.he is not yet sure of the lady's love
  3. C.he is not yet sure of his love for the lady
  4. D.the lady is not beautiful
  5. E.the lady is too possessive.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (he is not yet sure of his love for the lady)

Explanation

He hesitated in "the darkness of my doubts" until her love lit the way: he was not yet sure of his own feelings.