Which Phrase Means "God from a Machine" and Is Used

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which phrase means "god from a machine" and is used to describe a contrived or unimaginative ending during which an unbelievable coincidence or implausible twist (like a god flying in) sets all the problems of the play right?

• A)E pluribus unum
• B)Deus ex machina
• C)In flagrante delicto
• D)Habeas corpus
• E)Nullus-a-um abdico ab despecto

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