JAMB Literature in English 2010 Question 30

Question 30

Non-African Poetry

According to Cope's Sonnet VII, poetry is basically

  1. A.therapeutic
  2. B.philosophical
  3. C.inspiring
  4. D.boring.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (therapeutic)

Explanation

The sonnet presents poetry as something that heals and soothes the troubled mind.