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Litt 111:Theory Of Literature Question Paper

Litt 111:Theory Of Literature 

Course:Education

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013



KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER 2013 (DAY) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : EDUCATION
UNIT CODE : LITT 111
UNIT TITLE : THEORY OF LITERATURE
TIME : 2 HOURS





INTRUCTIONS: Answer any THREE Questions

Question One
a) What is a literary theory? (5marks)
b) Explain any FIVE functions of literature. (15marks)

Question Two
a) Define poetry. (5marks)
b) Identify and explain any two forms of poetic composition. (6marks)
c) Using illustrations, discuss the sounds of poetry. (9marks)

Question Three
a) What is drama? (4marks)
b) Explain the following features of play. (16marks)

Stage directions
Sound features
Dramatic dialogue
Dramatic irony.

Question Four
a) What is Rose? (4marks)
b) Explain any TWO types of prose. (4marks)
c) By use of TWO literary works, explain their thematic concerns. (12marks)

Question Five

Examine the similarities and differences between drama and poetry. (20marks)






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