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JAMB Literature in English 2000 Question 33

Question 33

Drama: General

The figure of speech in which a character makes a statement that has or would have deep and serious implication in the play is

  1. A.aside
  2. B.euphemism
  3. C.dramatic irony
  4. D.textual contrast
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Answer: C (dramatic irony)

Explanation

In dramatic irony a character's words carry a deeper, often serious meaning for the rest of the play that the character is unaware of.