JAMB Literature in English 1982 Question 24

Question 24

Literary Appreciation: Poetry
Verse extract (Question 24)
The passage, as printed

The mood registered in these lines is

  1. A.excitement
  2. B.depression
  3. C.gaiety
  4. D.happiness
  5. E.pessimism.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (depression)

Explanation

Dead leaves, gloom and a tree's sorrow create a low, sad mood.