Question
Which figure of speech is an example of paradox? (1 point)
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.
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.
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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.
**"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.
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