This question is based on Oliver Goldsmith's She Stoops to Conquer. In the play, most characters act in ignorance while the audience is aware of the true si...

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 1995 Subject: Literature In English

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This question is based on Oliver Goldsmith's She Stoops to Conquer.

In the play, most characters act in ignorance while the audience is aware of the true situation. This is an example of

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The literary device used in the play She Stoops to Conquer, where the audience knows more about the situation than the characters themselves is called dramatic irony. This creates a sense of tension, humor, and suspense, as the audience watches the characters make mistakes or act in ignorance. In this case, the audience is aware of the true identities of the characters, their relationships, and the misunderstandings that arise from their actions, while the characters themselves remain unaware.

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