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JAMB Literature in English 1982 Question 9

Question 9

Drama: General

Dramatic irony entails

  1. A.a statement that means more than is evident to its maker
  2. B.a hilarious statement
  3. C.satirical comment
  4. D.a sarcastic announcement
  5. E.praise of the audience.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (a statement that means more than is evident to its maker)

Explanation

In dramatic irony the audience knows more than the speaker, so his words carry a meaning he does not see.