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JAMB Literature in English 2013 Question 36

Question 36

Figures of Speech

The figure of speech in which the writer means the exact opposite of what he intends to say is

  1. A.paradox
  2. B.metaphor
  3. C.satire
  4. D.irony.
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Answer: D (irony.)

Explanation

Irony is saying one thing while meaning the opposite.