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

Question

Responses

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

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."

I have a mountain of homework to do tonight.

Answer 1

The example of paradox in the responses you provided is:

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

A paradox is a statement that seems contradictory or self-refuting but may nonetheless suggest an underlying truth. This quote reflects that idea by suggesting that being cruel can lead to a kinder outcome.