''That lady'' refers to

WAEC 2001

Read the extract below and answer the question

O that I served that lady,
And might not be delivered to the world
Till I had made mine own occasion mellow,
What my estate is!
(Act 1 Sc. 11)

From the novel; Twelfth Night

A. Olivia
B. Maria
C. Viola
D. the Duchess

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

Viola, speaking as Cesario, is expressing her desire to serve Olivia, whom she is secretly in love with. Olivia is the primary object of Orsino’s affection in the play, and Viola (as Cesario) wishes she could win her heart.

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