JAMB Literature in English 2001 Question 48

Question 48

Drama: General

Catharsis is experienced

  1. A.after one has written a play
  2. B.when a play is still being staged
  3. C.before watching a play
  4. D.after watching a play
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (after watching a play)

Explanation

Catharsis is the cleansing of pity and fear that the audience feels when a tragedy reaches its end.