YEAR 7- Literature in English 2nd term exam 2024

In most African folktales, what is the significance of storytelling?

• A form of entertainment only.

• A way to pass time.

• A method of preserving culture and wisdom.

• A method of spreading gossips.

Which animal is usually featured in African folktales as a symbol of cunning?

• Elephant

• Lion

• Rabbit

• Tortoise

What is a common feature of African folktales?

• Technology

• Animal Characters

• Outer Space

• Modern city life

Which of these images is a common setting for African folktales?

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What role do supernatural elements play in African folktales?

• They are rarely present

• They provide guidance and wisdom

• They create chaos and destruction

• They represent futuristic technology technology

Which of the following best defines an African folktale?

• A story passed down verbally from one generation to another teaching morals and cultural beliefs.

• A story set in Africa.

• A story written by a famous African author.

• A story with magical elements.

In African folktales, animals are usually portrayed in the various ways except;

• Cunning and deceitful

• Wise and helpful

• Aggressive and dangerous

• Animals are never portrayed in African folktales.

Through which means are African folktales usually passed from one generation to another?

• They are only written and never spoken.

• They are passed down through generations by word of mouth.

• They are performed as plays in theaters.

• They are broadcasted on television and radio.

Which of the following is NOT a lesson that can be learnt from African folktales?

• The importance of bravery and courage

• The value of hard work and perseverance

• The dangers of selfishness and greed

• The benefits of technology and modernization

How do African folktales reflect the natural environment?

• By featuring airports and train stations

• By describing different landscapes such as mountains and weather conditions

• By including detailed maps and diagrams

• By focusing on urban settings