JAMB Literature in English 1999 Question 30

Question 30

Non-African Poetry

The Duke's most precious gift to the Duchess in Browning's 'My Last Duchess' is

  1. A.his family name
  2. B.a wedding ring
  3. C.his aristocratic class
  4. D.the title of a Duchess.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (his family name)

Explanation

The Duke is angry that she did not value his ancient family name above everything.