Post Utme Literature in English Questions
Question 226:
A candidate says, “I read my books until my eyes almost fell out.” The statement contains:
- A Hyperbole
- B Irony
- C Metaphor
- D Simile
View Answer & ExplanationQuestion 227:
Which situation is ironic?
- A A mechanic repairs broken vehicles daily
- B A nurse checks patients in the clinic
- C A tailor sews uniforms for students
- D A lifeguard is unable to swim properly
View Answer & ExplanationQuestion 228:
Which sentence contains personification?
- A The market remained open all evening
- B The baby slept beside the fireplace
- C The thunder grumbled throughout the night
- D The driver parked near the building
View Answer & ExplanationQuestion 229:
The expression “His reputation is hanging by a thread” suggests that his reputation:
- A Is in a very dangerous condition
- B Has improved over many years
- C Remains completely respected everywhere
- D Depends mainly on public celebrations
View Answer & ExplanationQuestion 230:
Which option contains a simile?
- A Fear entered his heart quietly
- B Her voice sounded like gentle rain
- C The road swallowed the small car
- D The sun smiled brightly above us
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