WAEC Literature in English 2003 Question 12

Question 12

Literary Terms and Devices

A recurrent image in a literary work that illustrates theme is

  1. A.symbol
  2. B.dramatic irony
  3. C.motif
  4. D.pathetic fallacy
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (motif)

Explanation

A motif is an image or idea that keeps coming back in a work and helps to develop its theme.