WAEC Literature in English 2012 Objective — Question 17
Question 17 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2012 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Identify the odd item.
- A. A Poetry
- B. Prose
- C. MelodramaCorrect
- D. Drama
Explanation
Poetry, prose and drama are genres of literature. Melodrama is a type of drama. Melodrama is a dramatic or other literary work characterized by the use of stereotyped characters, exaggerated emotions and language, simplistic morality and conflict. A melodrama does not compulsorily need to be a drama, it can be any other literary work. The Castle of Otranto, a Gothic novel by Horace Walpole, is also considered as an example of melodrama.
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