WAEC Literature in English 2011 Objective — Question 3
Question 3 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2011 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Verbal irony occurs when a speaker on stage
- A. A. says the opposite of what the speaker meansCorrect
- B. B. is misunderstood
- C. C. tries to deceive the audience
- D. D. is alone
Explanation
Verbal irony implies the opposite of what is said. For example, saying 'They are brilliant but they always fail' uses verbal irony.
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