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JAMB Literature in English 2017 Question 5

Question 5

Set Text: Othello
William Shakespeare: Othello, Act 1 Scene III (extract)
The passage, as printed

The expression "Lay a sentence" means

  1. A.decide who is guilty
  2. B.offer criticism
  3. C.give advice
  4. D.speak politely.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (give advice)

Explanation

A 'sentence' here is a wise saying; the Duke offers a maxim as advice to help Brabantio accept the marriage.