WAEC Literature in English 2020 Objective — Question 12

Question 12 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2020 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Ascribing human moods to nature, as in a playful breeze illustrates

A. humour
B. pathetic fallacyCorrect
C. symbolism
D. transferred epithet

Explanation

Ascribing human moods or feelings to nature (as in "a playful breeze") illustrates pathetic fallacy.

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