WAEC Literature in English 2015 Theory — Question 28

Question 28 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2015 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

28. The literary device used in line 7 is

A. conceit
B. personificationCorrect
C. hyperbole
D. pathos

Explanation

'It gives young Africa's throbbing soul' personifies the continent of Africa as a living being with a soul.

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