JAMB Literature in English 1984 Question 6

Question 6

Other Set Texts: African Drama

What literary mode best describes Soyinka's The Trials of Brother Jero?

  1. A.Tragedy
  2. B.Satire
  3. C.Tragi-comedy
  4. D.Epic
  5. E.Baroque.
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Answer: B (Satire)

Explanation

The play laughs at false prophets to expose them: satire.