Literature In English 2001 Waec Past Questions and Answers

Question 11 :

• WAEC 2001

In ''Biodun did his best but was first from behind'', first from behind'' is an example of

A. Sarcasm
B. Euphemism
C. Hyperbole
D. Paradox

Question 12 :

• WAEC 2001

A literary work that ridicules ideas or the follies of people is a/an

A. Satire
B. Elegy
C. Lullaby
D. Masque

Question 13 :

• WAEC 2001

In ''the wretched beggar cleaned his nails with dry saliva'' the device used is

A. Anti-climax
B. Oxymoron
C. Anecdote
D. Antithesis

Question 14 :

• WAEC 2001

A symbolic representation of ideas, actions and situations in a work of art is a/an

A. Fable
B. Allegory
C. Romance
D. Parody

Question 15 :

• WAEC 2001

''The cell is a cruel place; sometimes a haven'', illustrates the use of

A. Paradox
B. Sarcasm
C. Anti-climax
D. Personification