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SS1: LITERATURE-IN-ENGLISH - 1ST TERM

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  1. Definition of Literature, Functions of Literature, Genres of Literature | Week 1
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  2. Introduction to Prose, Types of Prose | Week 2
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  3. Features of Prose Fiction | Week 3
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  4. Introduction to Drama | Week 4
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  5. Elements of Drama | Week 5
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  6. Introduction to Poetry | Week 6
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  7. Features of Poetry | Week 7
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  8. Literary Devices | Week 8
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  9. Introduction to African Poetry: "The Leader And The Led" By Niyi Osundare | Week 9
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  10. Introduction to Non-African Poetry “Caged Bird” (I know Why The Caged Bird Sings) by Maya Angelou | Week 10
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  • Types of Drama

Tragedy:

This is a play in which the flaw or weakness of the protagonist leads to his tragic death. It is usually regarded as the opposite of comedy because its atmosphere is often serious and sorrowful as it ends unhappily with death.

However, such unhappy endings might not necessarily be the death of the protagonist. In some cases, the protagonist is brought to ruin or suffers extreme sorrow, especially as a consequence of his tragic flaw (moral weakness or mistake). e.g. Macbeth by William Shakespeare.

Comedy:

 

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    Melodrama:It is another kind of comic play.It is sensational and romantic and usually ends happily.It is accompanied with organ to heighten or underscore emotions of actions.

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