Question

Which phrase from the paragraph below is an oxymoron?(1 point)
Responses

art mishap

specific notice

controlled chaos

high bar
Answer
Which type of figurative language is shown in the sentence below?



“If there’s one thing I know, it’s that I know nothing,” she said.

(1 point)
Responses

hyperbole

paradox

personification

simile
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What is a euphemism?(1 point)
Responses

the use of an agreeable phrase in place of one that might be harsh or unpleasant

a word or phrase that references something else

a figure of speech created by placing two words with opposite meanings next to each other

the use of extreme exaggeration to make a point
Answer
In the paragraphs below, how does the editor use euphemisms?

Shae perched at the edge of her chair, waiting to hear her editor’s feedback. It was only her second week on the Central High newspaper staff, and she knew most students didn’t get published until their second semester.

“I’ll give it to you straight,” the editor said. “It’s not quite up to scratch. But chin up! You’ve got the kernel of something here. Just keep at it!”

(1 point)
Responses

To make Shae feel bad

To give bad news gently

To express frustration

To discourage Shae from writing future articles
Answer
What does the metaphor in the following sentence help the reader imagine?

The kitten was a supersonic ball of chaos from the moment it left its carrier.

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Responses

what the kitten looks like

a detail about the kitten’s origin

how fun it can be playing with a kitten

the intensity of the kitten’s energy
Answer
Match the type of figurative language to its example.(5 points)
Personification
Hyperbole
Onomatopoeia
Idiom
Alliteration

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i haven't seen you in forever!

After a long day, i couldn't wait to hit the sack.

the bright star wenked at me.

the red fox was running rampant through the ravine.

the door slammed shut with a loud bang.
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The phrase that is an oxymoron is "controlled chaos." An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction. "Controlled" suggests order, while "chaos" implies disorder, making the phrase contradictory.
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The type of figurative language shown in the sentence "If there’s one thing I know, it’s that I know nothing," is a **paradox**. A paradox is a statement that seems self-contradictory or logically unacceptable, but may in fact be true or have some underlying meaning. In this case, the speaker acknowledges knowledge while claiming to know nothing, which creates a paradox.
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A euphemism is **the use of an agreeable phrase in place of one that might be harsh or unpleasant**. It is often used to soften the impact of difficult or sensitive subjects.
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The editor uses euphemisms **to give bad news gently**. By saying "it’s not quite up to scratch" instead of directly stating that Shae's work isn't good, the editor softens the criticism and encourages her to keep trying.
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The metaphor in the sentence helps the reader imagine **the intensity of the kitten’s energy**. Describing the kitten as a "supersonic ball of chaos" emphasizes its high energy and frantic movement, creating a vivid picture of its behavior.
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Here are the matches for the types of figurative language to their examples:

1. **Personification** - **the bright star winked at me.**
2. **Hyperbole** - **i haven't seen you in forever!**
3. **Onomatopoeia** - **the door slammed shut with a loud bang.**
4. **Idiom** - **After a long day, I couldn't wait to hit the sack.**
5. **Alliteration** - **the red fox was running rampant through the ravine.**

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