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WAEC Literature in English 2020 Objective — Question 29

Question 29 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2020 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The poet refers to memory as being

  • A. fond and sadCorrect
  • B. cheers and smiles
  • C. love and joy
  • D. sorrow and pity

Explanation

The poet refers to memory as being "fond" and "sad", because it brings smiles and tears; the poem echoes the experiences of fondness and sadness of the persona, who remembers the fond young days and the sad old days.

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