WAEC Literature in English 2024 Objective — Question 44

Question 44 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

44. The speech is intended to ___ the addressee. A.

A. confuse.
B. pacify.
C. provoke.Correct
D. reclaim.

Explanation

The speech is intended to provoke Demetrius, as Helena's speech comes out of provocation because Demetrius has said he would leave her to the mercy of wild beasts.

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