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JAMB Literature in English 2001 Question 1

Question 1

Literary Appreciation: Poetry
Ibiwari Ikiriko, Oily Tears (extract)
The passage, as printed

Ibiwari Ikiriko, Oily Tears: The tone of the poet is

  1. A.optimistic
  2. B.supplicatory
  3. C.sympathetic
  4. D.piteous
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (optimistic)

Explanation

The poet promises 'I swear!' that the oily tears will one day be stopped, a hopeful, optimistic tone.