Question 17
NECO_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2021
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LITERATURE_IN_ENGLISH
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objective
In Novel X, Chapter 3 describes the protagonist's childhood in a remote village where communal rituals dominate daily life. Chapter 12 places the same protagonist years later in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, surrounded by skyscrapers and constant traffic. Compare how each setting influences the protagonist's sense of identity, citing specific aspects of the village and the city that shape his values and aspirations.
Answer Options
A.
The village's strict hierarchy suppresses the protagonist's creativity, whereas Lagos's relaxed pace allows him to adopt a carefree, non-ambitious lifestyle, so his identity shifts from rebellious youth to passive city dweller.
B.
The village's abundance of technology fosters early ambition, while Lagos's overcrowding leads him to reject modernity, causing his identity to move from tech-savvy individual to traditionalist.
Correct Answer
C.
The village setting, with its communal rituals and close‑knit society, instills a strong sense of belonging, respect for tradition and collective responsibility. The Lagos setting, marked by anonymity, competition and modernity, pushes the protagonist toward individual ambition, self‑reliance and a wider worldview. Consequently, his identity moves from a tradition‑oriented, community‑based self to a more autonomous, aspirational urban self.
D.
The village setting, with its isolation and lack of formal education, leaves the protagonist feeling detached and apathetic, while Lagos, with its vibrant markets, encourages him to embrace communal values, resulting in an identity that remains rooted in rural simplicity.
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
The village setting, with its communal rituals and close‑knit society, instills a strong sense of belonging, respect for tradition and collective responsibility. The Lagos setting, marked by anonymity, competition and modernity, pushes the protagonist toward individual ambition, self‑reliance and a wider worldview. Consequently, his identity moves from a tradition‑oriented, community‑based self to a more autonomous, aspirational urban self.
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Literature In English
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