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WAEC Literature in English 2022 Objective — Question 29

Question 29 of 48 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Read the extract below and answer questions 31 to 35. WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: A Midsummer Night's Dream 'Go, Philostrate, Stir up the Athenian youth to merriments; Awake the pert and nimble spirit of mirth; Turn melancholy forth to funerals; The pale companion is not for our pomp.' (Act I, Scene One, Lines 12–20) Who is the speaker?

  • A. Demetrius
  • B. Egeus
  • C. Hermia
  • D. TheseusCorrect

Explanation

The speaker is Theseus, the Duke of Athens. The extract is the preparation for the wedding between Theseus and Hippolyta while Philostrate who is the master of the revels is expected to spread the news of the wedding to the Athenians and see to its ceremonies.

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