Euphemisms & Oxymorons
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English
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a euphemism?
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A polite word or expression used to make something less unattractive.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does 'economically disadvantaged' mean?
Back
Poor.
3.
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What is an oxymoron?
Back
A figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of an oxymoron.
Back
'Joyful sadness' is an example of an oxymoron.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'senior citizen' refer to?
Back
Old.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of using euphemisms?
Back
To soften the impact of a statement or to avoid offending.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the oxymoron in the phrase 'deafening silence'?
Back
Deafening silence.
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