WAEC Literature in English 2017 Objective — Question 20

Question 20 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

20. Catharsis is normally associated with

A. A. pantomime
B. B. tragedyCorrect
C. C. comedy
D. D. farce

Explanation

Catharsis is normally associated with tragedy. Catharsis is also known as comic relief. Catharsis is used in tragedy to ease the tense mood on the audience. Catharsis involves the use of comic characters and scenes.

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