JAMB Literature in English 2011 Question 30

Question 30

Non-African Poetry

The tone of Cope's Sonnet VII is generally

  1. A.persuasive
  2. B.optimistic
  3. C.mournful
  4. D.humorous.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (humorous.)

Explanation

Wendy Cope's sonnets are light and witty; the poem's tone is humorous.