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JAMB Literature in English 1989 Question 3

Question 3

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

What is the nature of the balm referred to by the speaker?

  1. A.An antiseptic ointment
  2. B.A special method of massage
  3. C.News about Sidi
  4. D.A gourd of palm wine.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (News about Sidi)

Explanation

Baroka hopes Sadiku brings good news of Sidi, which would soothe him more than any ointment.