JAMB Literature in English 1988 Question 12

Question 12

African Poetry

In Lenrie Peter's 'We Have Come Home', the return of the successful scholar is not fulfilling because

  1. A.the achievement seems out of touch with his society back home
  2. B.the tropical atmosphere is full of happiness
  3. C.the dispensation he meets provides mixed satisfaction
  4. D.he has become indifferent to his own society.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (the dispensation he meets provides mixed satisfaction)

Explanation

The returnee finds home both welcoming and troubled, so his joy is mixed.