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NABTEB/WAEC Literature Likely Questions and Answers

Published on Sep 5, 2025 • Education

Introduction

Hello students, welcome to today’s Literature in English tutorial. In this guide, we will be reviewing likely Literature questions for NABTEB, WAEC, and NECO examinations.

Literature in English is divided into different categories such as:

• General Literary Principles
• Drama
• Prose
• Poetry

This blog provides practice multiple-choice questions with clear answers to help you prepare effectively for your exam.

General Literary Principles

Question 1

A play that ends unhappily because of the downfall of the protagonist is called a:

A. Comedy
B. Farce
C. Tragedy
D. Romance

Answer: C. Tragedy

Question 2

The use of language where the intended meaning is the opposite of what is stated is called:

A. Metaphor
B. Irony
C. Synecdoche
D. Paradox

Answer: B. Irony

Drama

Question 3

Which of the following is not a type of drama?

A. Tragedy
B. Comedy
C. Farce
D. Ode

Answer: D. Ode

Question 4

In drama, dialogue is important because:

A. It entertains the audience only
B. It is the only way characters can interact
C. It develops characters and advances the plot
D. It fills up stage time

Answer: C. It develops characters and advances the plot

Prose

Question 5

The main character in a prose work is known as:

A. Antagonist
B. Protagonist
C. Narrator
D. Villain

Answer: B. Protagonist

Question 6

The perspective from which a story is told is called:

A. Setting
B. Theme
C. Point of view
D. Plot

Answer: C. Point of view

Poetry

Question 7

A poem written to praise or glorify an event or individual is called:

A. Elegy
B. Ode
C. Epic
D. Ballad

Answer: B. Ode

Question 8

Which of these poetic devices involves comparison using “like” or “as”?

A. Metaphor
B. Irony
C. Simile
D. Hyperbole

Answer: C. Simile

More Practice Questions

Question 9

A poem that mourns the death of a person is called:

A. Ballad
B. Ode
C. Elegy
D. Epic

Answer: C. Elegy

Question 10

The time and place of events in a literary work is known as:

A. Theme
B. Setting
C. Plot
D. Tone

Answer: B. Setting

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Conclusion

Literature in English tests your ability to understand literary forms, devices, and analysis. To succeed, you must:

• Study literary terms and principles
• Revise past questions in drama, prose, and poetry
• Practice identifying themes, characters, and devices
• With consistent preparation, you will master the structure of the exam and boost your chances of success in NABTEB, WAEC, or NECO Literature in English

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• NABTEB Literature in English past questions and answers
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