WAEC Literature in English 2014 Objective — Question 1

Question 1 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2014 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

PART I — GENERAL QUESTIONS ON LITERARY APPRECIATION In drama, comic relief often occurs in

A. comedies
B. tragediesCorrect
C. historical plays
D. romantic plays

Explanation

Comic relief is a humorous scene used to ease tension in a tragic play; it is also known as catharsis (purgation of emotion).

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