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LIT 109 CBT PRACTICE

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January 20, 2025

Take your time to read instructions before taking this test.

There are 40 questions which you are to answer in 15 minutes that gives you roughly 30 seconds per question.

If you can get at least 60%, you can be rest assured that you’ll ace LIT 109 exam

In a normal exam you will be asked between 40 – 60 questions but I only arranged 40 questions

Note

Do not be in a hurry to answer the questions

Do not waste time on a question you don’t know

Move as fast as possible and starting with questions that don’t have calculation first to save time

Always crosscheck

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70 – 100 A

60 – 69 B

50 – 59 C

45 – 49 D

40 – 44 E

0 – 39 F

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LIT 109

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1. The phrase “eating tomorrow’s yam” is best described as:

A. A metaphor for cultural festivities

B. An idiomatic expression for recklessness with future resources

C. An analogy for famine and hunger

D. A reference to African traditional cuisines

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2. The main profession of the Ekiti people is:

A. Agriculture

B. Fishing

C. Textile production

D. Medicine

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3. Which of these is a major theme in Ekiti indigenous literature?

A. Political reforms

B. Political reforms

C. Clash between tradition and modernity

D. Urban development

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4. The Ifa Corpus in Ekiti culture serves as both a literary and:

A. Political guide

B. Agricultural manual

C. Agricultural manual

D. Spiritual text

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5. From the poem "Not my Season of Songs"

What does the speaker describe Sigidi as being "thirsty for"?

A. Power

B. A dance of shame

C. Wisdom

D. Wealth

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6. The Ekiti region’s geography provided:

A. Easy access to the sea

B. Easy access to the sea

C. Natural protection from invaders

D. Challenges for agriculture

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7. The "yam" in the poem symbolizes:

A. Political power and authority

B. Celebration and festivity

C. Future wealth and natural resources

D. A metaphor for personal relationships

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8. What is the significance of the "season of song" in the poem?

A. It refers to a festival.

B. It symbolizes peace and tranquility

C. It is a metaphor for harvesting.

D. It represents a time of creativity and verbal attack.

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9. Indigenous literature often explores the relationship between humans and:

A. Nature

B. Technology

C. Government

D. Economy

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10. Ekiti’s written traditions include documentation of:

A. Scientific discoveries

B. Migration patterns and oral traditions

C. Political treaties

D. Colonial laws

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11. The tone of the poem "Not in my Season of Songs" can best be described as:

A. Reflective and peaceful

B. Satirical and restrained

C. Joyful and celebratory

D. Nostalgic and melancholic

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12. From the poem "Not my Season of Songs". What does the "crooked stick" in the poem symbolize?

A. Nature's imperfection

B. Flawed nature of Sigidi

C. The speaker's creativity

D. The colonial past

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13. The literature of indigenous people primarily reflects their:

A. Economic policies

B. Modern technology

C. Cultural values and beliefs

D. Military conquests

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14. What does the image of "a bag of cocoa with a small ball for a head" symbolize?

A. Generosity and wealth

B. Greed and corruption

C. Agricultural prosperity

D. Physical deformity

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15. In the poem " An in law's message"What central theme does the poem explore regarding marriage in African traditions?

A. Financial independence of couples

B. The simplicity of traditional roles

C. Love and companionship

D. Individual freedom and societal expectations

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16. The line "Tomorrow will take care of itself" highlights:

A. Greed and disregard for future consequences

B. Wisdom and planning for the future

C. The inevitability of resource abundance

D. Faith in natural cycles of growth

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17. Praise poetry in Ekiti oral tradition is called:

A. Òwe

B. Oríkì

C. Ẹ̀kún

D. Àlọ

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18. Which genre of Ekiti oral literature recounts the deeds of historical figures?

A. Legends

B. Proverbs

C. Riddles

D. Myths

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19. What literary device is used in the line, "Bees hum peacefully in a fallowing farm"?

A. Imagery

B. Metaphor

C. Hyperbole

D. Simile

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20. In the poem "An in law's message "What do “yam and fish” symbolize in the poem?

A. Cultural symbols of respect and authority

B. Simple acts of kindness

C. Generosity and sharing within families

D. Material exploitation and financial demands

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21. What is the primary language spoken by the Ekiti people?

A. Edo

B. Hausa

C. Ekiti Yoruba

D. Igbo

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22. Ekiti oral traditions are preserved through:

A. Songs, myths, and proverbs

B. Online articles

C. Foreign novels

D. Modern science textbooks

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23. Who is a famous indigenous Nigerian writer mentioned in the pdf?

A. Niyi Osundare

B. Wole Soyinka

C. Chinua Achebe

D. Flora Nwapa

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24. The central theme of the poem revolves around:

A. Preservation and future planning

B. Political revolution through governance

C. Total abandonment of resources

D. Immediate consumption of resources

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25. Which traditional festival is prominent among the Ekiti people

A. Udiroko Festival

B. Durbar Festival

C. Ofala Festival

D. Argungu Festival

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26. The Ekiti Parapo War is also known as:

A. The Kiriji War

B. The Yoruba Unification War

C. The Ife-Modakeke War

D. The Nigerian Civil War

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27. What is the Ekiti name for folktales?

A. Ẹ̀kún

B. Ekiti

C. Àlọ

D. Oríkì

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28. Which type of Ekiti oral tradition is often performed during funerals?

A. Political treaties

B. Proverbs

C. Dirges

D. Political treaties

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29. The description of "swollen testicles" and "elephant legs" serves to:

A. H Show a metaphor for societal values.

B. Highlight physical resilience

C. Praise the strength of Sigidi’s family.

D. Mock Sigidi and his perceived flaws.

30 / 40

30. Which Yoruba deity is associated with rivers?

A. Osun

B. Ogun

C. Sango

D. Orunmila

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31. What literary device is evident in the line, “You are like the white man who made the pencil one day and the next flooded the world with erasers”?

A. Simile

B. Satire

C. Hyperbole

D. Allusion

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32. What does the term “Ekiti” in Yoruba refer to?

A. Rivers

B. Forests

C. Plains

D. Hills

33 / 40

33. The poem "eating tomorrow's yam" encourages:

A. Individual enjoyment of resources regardless of the consequences

B. Complete neglect of traditions and customs

C. Unlimited usage of resources by leaders

D. Collective responsibility in resource management

34 / 40

34. Ekiti artisans are known for producing:

A. Pottery for export

B. Jewelry for royalty

C. Sculptures

D. Handwoven textiles like Aso-Oke

35 / 40

35. What is a prominent agricultural crop grown by the Ekiti people?

A. Rice

B. Cocoa

C. Wheat

D. Cotton

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36. What does the speaker imply about Sigidi's family background?

A. They were artists and creators

B. They were victims of colonial rule.

C. They were noble leaders.

D. They engaged in corrupt and exploitative practices.

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37. What does the line, “Don’t treat me like a baby, in-law, at thirty and five I am too old to toss on cradling laps,” symbolize?

A. A metaphor for nurturing family bonds

B. A demand for financial independence

C. The speaker’s frustration with infantilization

D. The rejection of traditional marriage customs

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38. Which of the following is a critique made in the poem?

A. Loss of agricultural prosperity

B. Decline of cultural traditions

C. Colonial servitude for financial gain

D. Misuse of education

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39. In the poem "An in law's message "Which tone best describes the speaker’s attitude in the poem?

A. Mocking and confrontational

B. Nostalgic

C. Reflective and peaceful

D. Humble and submissive

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40. From the poem " Not my Season of Songs". What theme is most prominent in the poem?

A. Hope and perseverance

B. Adventure and exploration

C. Love and relationships

D. Colonial oppression and societal flaws

Your score is

The average score is 70%

LIT 109 CBT PRACTICE

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