WAEC Literature in English 2020 Objective — Question 30
Question 30 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 meaning of the expression Ere slumber's chain has bound me is
- A. she is as beautiful as the river goddess
- B. comic relief occurs in tragedies
- C. before I dreamCorrect
- D. before the performers come out to be applauded
Explanation
The meaning of the expression "Ere slumber's chain has bound me" is before I dream. "Ere" is an archaic term for "before" while "slumber's chain" is a metaphor for dream/sleep.
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