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WAEC Literature in English 2002 Question 15

Question 15

Figures of Speech

Charm strikes the sight, but merit wins the soul is an example of

  1. A.oxymoron
  2. B.epigram
  3. C.epithet
  4. D.bathos
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (epigram)

Explanation

This neat, memorable saying with a witty contrast is an epigram.