The oxymoron "silent scream" in the paragraph serves to convey the intense yet muted frustration the character feels after not landing the desired role in the school play. It highlights the contradiction between the desire to express strong emotions and the reality of feeling unable to do so outwardly. The phrase suggests that while the protagonist experiences a deep sense of disappointment and perhaps a need for catharsis, they choose to internalize those feelings instead of vocalizing them, as evidenced by their decision to retreat to their room rather than engage in an open dialogue with their parents. This internal conflict illustrates the complexities of youthful emotions, emphasizing how sometimes, individuals may feel compelled to suppress their feelings to avoid burdening others, resulting in an emotional outpouring that is expressed silently rather than through conversation.
I was extremely frustrated after not getting the role I wanted for the school play, but I knew I would get a little sympathy from my parents. So, when I came home from school, rather than have a heart-to-heart conversation with them, I went to my room and let out a silent scream.
In 1 paragraph, explain how you would interpret the oxymoron the author includes in the paragraph. What is the role of the oxymoron? Support your ideas with evidence from the paragraph.
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