UI Post-UTME Literature in English 2019 (Model questions) Question 6

Question 6

Literary Terms and Devices

The term "carpe diem" means

  1. A.Seize the day
  2. B.Hold forth
  3. C.Alas!
  4. D.Expatiate
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Seize the day)

Explanation

'Carpe diem' is Latin for 'seize the day'.