Aposiopesis

What is aposiopesis?

• Suddenly becoming silent during speaking

• Coming up with an idea

• Discovering a new animal

• Making a chemical

In what sentence is a aposiopesis used?

• "But I-" Mart stopped abruptly, freezing mid-sentence.

• "I ONLY WANTED TO HELP OK!" Simon exclaimed loudly.

• Once they were on the hill they set up their equipment and started their experiment.

• "And you are?" Mary scrunched up her face in displeasure.

Create one sentence in which a aposiopesis is presented.

Where is aposiopesis originated from?

• Latin

• Greek

• French

How many types of aposiopesis are there?

• 6

• 4

• 5

• 1