JAMB Literature in English 1981 Question 11

Question 11

Other Set Texts: Non-African Drama

Olivia hated Orlando because Orlando

  1. A.defeated Charles in the wrestling contest
  2. B.was in love with Rosalind
  3. C.was preferred by the people to himself
  4. D.was more educated than himself
  5. E.ran away from home.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (was preferred by the people to himself)

Explanation

Oliver admits that Orlando is so loved by everyone that he himself is "altogether misprised".