JAMB Literature in English 2007 Question 47

Question 47

Literary Appreciation: Prose and Drama
JAMB 2007: Extract (Caliph: Son. Open all your ears...)
The passage, as printed

The language of the speaker above is

  1. A.submissive
  2. B.inciting
  3. C.diplomatic
  4. D.imploring.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (submissive)

Explanation

The Caliph says he is willing to accept Allah's will and asks for fortitude to accept His commands: the language of submission.