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JAMB Literature in English 1989 Question 1

Question 1

Set Text: The Lion and the Jewel
From The Lion and the Jewel (Wole Soyinka)
The passage, as printed

What custom does Lakunle refer to in the above excerpt?

  1. A.The seduction of a maiden
  2. B.Wrestling contests as an exercise
  3. C.The practice of polygamy
  4. D.The payment of bride price.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (The payment of bride price.)

Explanation

Lakunle refuses to pay the bride price for Sidi, calling it a savage, outdated custom.