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Support standard syntax for language pragmas in GHCi

It would be convenient to be able to use the standard (module level) syntax for language pragmas in GHCi

{-# LANGUAGE Extension #-}

instead of just the GHCi specific syntax

:set -XExtension

For example, this would simplify copy-pasting examples and code into GHCi, especially now that most other module level syntax is supported. It might also reduce confusion for new users, since the syntax is the same in both cases.

If it is not too difficult, I might take on this myself as a good first bug.

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Version 8.0.1
Type FeatureRequest
TypeOfFailure OtherFailure
Priority normal
Resolution Unresolved
Component GHCi
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