Lagos State Scheme of Work, Recommended Literature Texts (Prose, Drama, Poetry) Literature in English JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 11

Literature in English JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 11

Subject: Literature in English
Class: JSS 2
Term: First Term
Week: 11
Age: 12-13 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Topic: Revision of All Topics Covered
Reference Book: Lagos State Scheme of Work, Recommended Literature Texts (Prose, Drama, Poetry)

Part A: Review and Revision (20 FAQs with Answers)

1. Q: What is a literary term?
   A: A literary term is a word or phrase that describes a concept used in literature, such as metaphor or simile.
2. Q: What is the main character in a story called?
   A: The main character is called the protagonist.
3. Q: What does “theme” mean in literature?
   A: The theme is the central message or lesson in a story.
4. Q: How does setting affect a story?
   A: Setting gives the time and place of the story, which can influence the mood and events.
5. Q: What is a metaphor?
   A: A metaphor compares two things without using “like” or “as.”
6. Q: What is the purpose of dialogue in a play?
   A: Dialogue shows conversations between characters and helps develop the plot.
7. Q: What does “foreshadowing” mean?
   A: Foreshadowing gives hints about what will happen later in the story.
8. Q: What is the climax of a story?
   A: The climax is the turning point or most intense moment in the story.
9. Q: What role does an antagonist play?
   A: The antagonist opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the story.
10. Q: How is personification used in literature?
    A: Personification gives human traits to animals or objects.
11. Q: What does “irony” mean?
    A: Irony is when the opposite of what is expected happens.
12. Q: What is a folktale?
    A: A folktale is a traditional story that teaches a lesson or explains natural events.
13. Q: What is the difference between a flat character and a round character?
    A: A flat character has a simple personality, while a round character is complex and develops over time.
14. Q: What is imagery in poetry?
    A: Imagery uses descriptive language to create vivid pictures in the reader’s mind.
15. Q: What does alliteration mean?
    A: Alliteration is the repetition of the same consonant sounds at the beginning of words.
16. Q: How does a story’s resolution work?
    A: The resolution ties up loose ends and shows how the story ends.
17. Q: What is the rising action in a story?
    A: The rising action includes events that lead up to the climax and build tension.
18. Q: Why is it important to identify the theme in a story?
    A: Identifying the theme helps understand the author’s message and purpose.
19. Q: How can we recognize onomatopoeia in a text?
    A: Onomatopoeia refers to words that sound like their meaning, like “buzz” or “sizzle.”
20. Q: What is a narrative?
    A: A narrative is a story that is told or written, including characters, plot, and theme.

Part B: Objective Questions (20 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions)

1. A comparison using “like” or “as” is called a ______.
   a) metaphor
   b) simile
   c) personification
   d) irony
2. The main character in a drama is called the ______.
   a) antagonist
   b) protagonist
   c) narrator
   d) sidekick
3. The central message of a story is called the ______.
   a) plot
   b) theme
   c) character
   d) setting
4. A word that imitates the sound it describes is known as ______.
   a) onomatopoeia
   b) metaphor
   c) simile
   d) hyperbole
5. The time and place in which a story happens is called the ______.
   a) character
   b) setting
   c) theme
   d) climax
6. Dialogue refers to the ______ spoken by characters.
   a) actions
   b) thoughts
   c) words
   d) setting
7. The events leading to the climax are called the ______.
   a) resolution
   b) falling action
   c) rising action
   d) exposition
8. The turning point of the story is known as the ______.
   a) exposition
   b) climax
   c) falling action
   d) resolution
9. The lesson of a folktale is called the ______.
   a) theme
   b) plot
   c) climax
   d) character
10. ______ is when the opposite of what is expected occurs.
    a) Simile
    b) Irony
    c) Alliteration
    d) Metaphor
11. A character who does not change throughout the story is called ______.
    a) flat
    b) round
    c) dynamic
    d) static
12. The sequence of events in a literary work is called the ______.
    a) setting
    b) theme
    c) plot
    d) character
13. ______ gives human qualities to animals or objects.
    a) Personification
    b) Metaphor
    c) Simile
    d) Alliteration
14. The ______ is the character who opposes the main character.
    a) protagonist
    b) antagonist
    c) narrator
    d) hero
15. The ______ describes the mood of the story through details.
    a) imagery
    b) plot
    c) theme
    d) character
16. A story’s ______ describes how the conflict is resolved.
    a) climax
    b) resolution
    c) rising action
    d) exposition
17. ______ uses descriptive language to create pictures in the reader’s mind.
    a) Dialogue
    b) Foreshadowing
    c) Imagery
    d) Irony
18. The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words is called ______.
    a) onomatopoeia
    b) alliteration
    c) hyperbole
    d) metaphor
19. The ______ is the final part of the story where everything is wrapped up.
    a) climax
    b) resolution
    c) rising action
    d) theme
20. A ______ is a traditional story that teaches a lesson.
    a) fable
    b) poem
    c) narrative
    d) drama

Part C: Theory Questions (20 Simple Short Answer Questions)

1. Define “metaphor” and give an example.
2. What is the role of the protagonist in a story?
3. How does setting affect the mood of a story?
4. What is foreshadowing? Give an example from a text you studied.
5. Describe the climax of a story you read.
6. What is the difference between a flat character and a round character?
7. Why is dialogue important in a drama?
8. How can irony enhance a story’s plot?
9. What lesson does the folktale you read teach?
10. Explain how imagery is used in a poem.
11. What is the purpose of the rising action in a story?
12. How do authors create suspense in a narrative?
13. Define “personification” with an example.
14. What are the main elements of a story?
15. How does the author develop characters in a text?
16. What does “theme” mean in literature?
17. Describe the resolution of a story you studied.
18. How is alliteration used in poetry?
19. What role does the antagonist play in a story?
20. Explain the importance of identifying the theme in a story.

Part D: True or False Questions (20 Statements)

1. A simile compares two things using “like” or “as.” (True/False)
2. The setting of a story refers to the characters involved. (True/False)
3. The climax is the most exciting part of a story. (True/False)
4. Irony is when something unexpected happens. (True/False)
5. A flat character undergoes significant change in a story. (True/False)
6. Imagery uses descriptive language to create pictures in the reader’s mind. (True/False)
7. Alliteration is the repetition of sounds at the end of words. (True/False)
8. The protagonist is the main character in a story. (True/False)
9. Foreshadowing gives clues about what will happen later. (True/False)
10. A narrative is a story that is told or written. (True/False)
11. The resolution occurs before the climax in a story. (True/False)
12. A folktale teaches a lesson or moral. (True/False)
13. Dialogue is not important in a drama. (True/False)
14. Personification gives human traits to non-human things. (True/False)
15. The plot of a story refers to its underlying message. (True/False)
16. Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates a sound. (True/False)
17. The falling action follows the climax. (True/False)
18. The theme is the sequence of events in a story. (True/False)
19. A round character has a complex personality. (True/False)
20. A story’s setting includes the time and place of the events. (True/False)

Part E: Fill in the Gaps Questions (20 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions Without Options)

1. The central message in a story is called the ______.
2. A character who opposes the main character is known as the ______.
3. The time and place where a story occurs is called the ______.
4. A comparison between two things that does not use “like” or “as” is a ______.
5. The most intense point of a story is referred to as the ______.
6. ______ is the use of descriptive language to create a visual in the reader’s mind.
7. The lesson learned from a folktale is often called the ______.
8. A ______ is a story that includes characters and a plot.
9. The ______ describes how the conflict is resolved in a story.
10. The author uses ______ to give human qualities to animals or objects.
11. ______ refers to hints about what will happen later in the story.
12. A ______ character stays the same throughout the story.
13. ______ describes the conversations between characters in a drama.
14. The ______ is the buildup of events leading to the climax.
15. ______ is when the opposite of what is expected happens.
16. The ______ refers to the order of events in a story.
17. A ______ is a traditional story that teaches a lesson or moral.
18. The ______ is the introduction to the characters and setting.
19. ______ is when a character faces an obstacle or challenge.
20. A ______ is a word that sounds like what it describes, like “bang” or “sizzle.”

This comprehensive revision plan provides a variety of review methods for students to reinforce their understanding of literature topics covered in JSS 2 during the first term. Each section is designed to engage students and help them retain key concepts in a clear and accessible manner.