JAMB Literature in English 1983 Question 44

Question 44

Literary Appreciation: Prose and Drama
Prose extract (Question 44)
The passage, as printed

The mood of the lady in this passage is one of

  1. A.defeat
  2. B.depression
  3. C.triumphant defiance
  4. D.simple elation
  5. E.sorrow.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (triumphant defiance)

Explanation

She pictures herself alone defying wind, rain, hunger and demons: bold and triumphant.