JAMB Literature in English 1986 Question 23

Question 23

African Poetry

From the poem itself, it is easy to tell that J.P. Clark's 'Abiku' is set in

  1. A.ancient times
  2. B.a hut in a riverine village
  3. C.a modern city by the sea
  4. D.the only mansion in the village.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (a hut in a riverine village)

Explanation

The poem mentions a leaking thatched roof and a low bamboo house: a poor village hut.