Neco 2021 Literature In English Question 39

Practice objective / multiple choice question 39 from the 2021 Neco Literature In English examination.

Neco 2021 Literature In English Objective / Multiple Choice Medium Difficulty
Question 39 NECO • 2021 • LITERATURE_IN_ENGLISH • objective

The following passage is taken from a contemporary Nigerian novel: "In the early morning heat of the Lagos market, Amina weaves through stalls, the scent of spices thick, while the distant sound of drums signals the upcoming festival." Analyse how this setting influences Amina's decision to postpone her journey to the village.

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. The hot, crowded market and the approaching festival create both a physical distraction and a cultural obligation, prompting Amina to stay and delay her village trip until after the celebrations.
B. The distant drums are interpreted as a warning, so Amina delays her trip out of fear of potential conflict during the celebrations.
C. The bustling stalls and the scent of spices overwhelm Amina, leading her to decide to travel to the village immediately before the festival begins.
D. The early morning heat makes the market uncomfortable, causing Amina to abandon her journey altogether rather than postpone it.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The hot, crowded market and the approaching festival create both a physical distraction and a cultural obligation, prompting Amina to stay and delay her village trip until after the celebrations.

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This is Neco 2021 Literature In English Question 39. It is one of the objective questions from the 2021 Neco Literature In English examination.

Difficulty level: Medium .

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