This question is based on General Literary Principles. A form of symbolism in which ideas or abstract qualities are represented in a poem is an

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 1992 Subject: Literature In English

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This question is based on General Literary Principles.

A form of symbolism in which ideas or abstract qualities are represented in a poem is an

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The literary device being described in the question is an allegory. An allegory is a form of symbolism where an abstract concept or idea is represented through a character, event, or object in a story, poem, or artwork. In an allegory, every element is symbolic and has a hidden meaning that contributes to the overall message or theme of the work.

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