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Theory And Research In Oral Literature Question Paper

Theory And Research In Oral Literature

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Bible And Theology (Bible And Theology)

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2011

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KABARAK UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
2010/2011 ACADEMIC YEAR
FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY
LITE 311: THEORY AND RESEARCH IN ORAL LITERATURE
DAY: WEDNESDAY DATE: 10/08/2011
TIME: 10.00 – 12.00 P.M. STREAM: SESS 3
INSTRUCTIONS:
? Answer THREE questions in all. Question ONE is COMPULSORY.
? Avoid duplication of material in answer to more than one question.
Qn1. COMPULSORY
a) Write a review of the fieldwork you undertook during your break. Ensure that you
indicate details of the oral literature material encountered. (10 marks)
b) Why is fieldwork necessary in oral literature scholarship? (10 marks)
c) Discuss the problems you encountered in your research and how you handled them.
(10 marks)
Qn 2. Discuss the applicability of any TWO of the following theoretical approaches to the study
of oral literature.
i. Evolutionism (10 marks)
ii Diffusionism (10 marks)
iii. Functionalism (10 marks)
PLEASE TURN OVER
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Qn3. Use Levis Strauss’ concept of binary opposition to analyze the text attached:
(refer to the last page)
Qn4. Discuss the functions of proverbs and the literary devices used in proverbs. Illustrate with
specific examples from Kenya. (20 marks)
Qn5. Explain the relationship between theory and research in the study of oral literature.
(20 marks)
Qn6. Discuss the criteria used to classify oral literature material and explain why it is
considered elusive. (20 marks)
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