WAEC Literature in English 2005 Question 12

Question 12

Figures of Speech

Pick the odd item from the options below

  1. A.Simile
  2. B.Metaphor
  3. C.Synecdoche
  4. D.Ballad
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Ballad)

Explanation

Simile, metaphor and synecdoche are figures of speech; a ballad is a kind of poem.