
Oxymoron and Paradox
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10th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of an oxymoron?
Bitter Sweet
Jumbo Shrimp
Alone together
All of the above
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CCSS.RF.3.3B
CCSS.RF.3.3C
CCSS.RF.3.3D
CCSS.RF.4.3A
CCSS.RF.5.3A
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a paradox?
A contradictory statement that may reveal a truth
A figure of speech that combines contradictory terms
A type of poem that has two line
A method of solving equations
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CCSS.RL.11-12.8
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the paradox in the following statement: "The louder you speak, the less I hear."
It implies that speaking loudly is always effective
It indicates that silence is preferable
It suggests that noise can drown out important message
It emphasizes the importance of volume in communication
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the statement that best illustrates the use of an oxymoron
The comedian delivered a hilarious performance that left the audience in stitches.
The small giant amazed everyone with his strength.
She approached the project with great enthusiasm and careful consideration.
The bright day turned into a dark night unexpectedly.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do paradoxes enhance writing?
They simplify complex ideas
They create tension and provoke thought
They provide clear definitions
They eliminate ambiguity
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.5
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