Question

Which figure of speech is an example of paradox? (1 point)
Responses

Writing with a broken pencil is pointless.
Writing with a broken pencil is pointless.

As Hamlet said, "I must be cruel, only to be kind."
As Hamlet said, "I must be cruel, only to be kind."

Yesterday's English test was a piece of cake.
Yesterday's English test was a piece of cake.

I have a mountain of homework to do tonight.

Answer 1

The example of a paradox among the given responses is:

"As Hamlet said, 'I must be cruel, only to be kind.'"

This statement expresses a contradiction, as being cruel typically implies a lack of kindness, yet it suggests that cruelty can serve a kind purpose.