JAMB - Literature In English (1997 - No. 29)

This question is based on General Literary Principles.
Which of the following are literary genres?
Poetry, farce and faction
Fiction, poetry and drama
Drama, faction and biography
Poetry , orthography and fiction.

Explanation

The correct answer is B. Fiction, poetry, and drama are literary genres
- Fiction: This includes novels, short stories, and other narratives that are created from the imagination.
- Poetry: This includes lyrical and narrative poems, where language is used for its aesthetic and evocative qualities.
- Drama: This includes plays, scripts, and performances designed for the stage, often involving dialogue and acting.

The other options don't include a combination of recognized literary genres.

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