Question 1
NECO
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2021
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LITERATURE_IN_ENGLISH
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objective
Read the following excerpt: "The rain fell in relentless sheets, each drop a cold reminder of the city's indifference. Mara stood beneath the flickering streetlamp, her thoughts a tangled web of regret and hope, as the distant sirens sang a mournful lullaby. She clenched her fists, feeling the weight of unspoken words pressing against her ribs." Based on the excerpt, answer the following: (a) Identify the narrative point of view. (b) Explain how the author's imagery contributes to the theme of alienation. (c) Infer the protagonist's internal conflict.
Answer Options
A.
First‑person omniscient; the rain, bright drops, bustling streetlights and nearby horns create a lively backdrop that highlights community, and Mara is torn between excitement for new opportunities and fear of failure, struggling to express herself.
B.
Second‑person limited; the rain, cold drops, lone streetlamp and distant sirens create a calm setting that emphasizes peace, and Mara is conflicted between contentment with her present and desire for adventure, unable to articulate her thoughts.
Correct Answer
C.
Third‑person limited; the rain, cold drops, lone streetlamp and distant sirens create an atmosphere of isolation that underscores the theme of alienation; Mara is conflicted between regret about the past and hope for the future, unable to voice her feelings.
D.
Third‑person objective; the rain, cold drops, lone streetlamp and distant sirens are described without emotional weight, suggesting a neutral tone, and Mara is conflicted between jealousy of others and ambition for success, unable to voice her feelings.
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
Third‑person limited; the rain, cold drops, lone streetlamp and distant sirens create an atmosphere of isolation that underscores the theme of alienation; Mara is conflicted between regret about the past and hope for the future, unable to voice her feelings.
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Neco
2021
Literature In English
Question 1.
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objective
questions from the
2021
Neco
Literature In English
examination.
Difficulty level:
Hard
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