JAMB Literature in English 1999 Question 10

Question 10

Set Text: Twelfth Night

What would you consider to be the major theme of the play?

  1. A.Love at first sight
  2. B.Unrequited love
  3. C.Illusion and reality
  4. D.Humour and tragedy.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Unrequited love)

Explanation

Orsino loves Olivia, Olivia loves Cesario, Viola loves Orsino: love that is not returned runs through the play.