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JAMB Literature in English 1989 Question 36

Question 36

Poetry: General

Which of the following BEST describes a ballad?

  1. A.Short literary song
  2. B.Short literary story
  3. C.Short story that contains a song
  4. D.Short song that tells a story.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Short song that tells a story.)

Explanation

A ballad is a song-like poem that tells a story.