Waec Model Questions Vol1 2017 Literature In English Question 43

Practice objective / multiple choice question 43 from the 2017 Waec Model Questions Vol1 Literature In English examination.

Waec Model Questions Vol1 2017 Literature In English Objective / Multiple Choice Medium Difficulty
Question 43 WAEC_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1 • 2017 • LITERATURE_IN_ENGLISH • objective

Excerpt from Guy de Maupassant's *The Necklace*: "She looked at herself in the mirror, her heart beating faster; she thought, 'If only I were beautiful enough to be admired.'" Name the narrative technique used to reveal Mathilde's inner desire and state its impact on the reader's empathy.

Answer Options

A. The technique is stream of consciousness (unfiltered thought); it overwhelms readers with chaotic feelings, which obscures rather than highlights her insecurity.
Correct Answer B. The technique is free indirect discourse (interior monologue); it lets readers feel Mathilde's yearning directly, increasing empathy for her insecurity.
C. The technique is omniscient narration (authorial commentary); it explains Mathilde's desire from a distance, reducing personal connection and empathy.
D. The technique is direct speech (dialogue); it lets readers hear Mathilde's wishes aloud, creating a sense of immediacy rather than empathy for her insecurity.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
The technique is free indirect discourse (interior monologue); it lets readers feel Mathilde's yearning directly, increasing empathy for her insecurity.

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Difficulty level: Medium .

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