JAMB Literature in English 1985 Question 44

Question 44

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

The setting is best described as

  1. A.bracing
  2. B.dismal
  3. C.exhilarating
  4. D.delightful
  5. E.pleasant.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (dismal)

Explanation

Grey day, thick mist, dripping trees and depressing pavements make the setting gloomy.