Finding Elements in Antithesis

Choose the correct spelling of the word below:

• antitheses

• antithesis

• antitheesis

Putting two opposite ideas, settings, characters, etc side by side to create a dramatic effect

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Oxymoron

• Juxtaposition

What is the correct definition of antithesis?

• two terms/words that are opposite in a statement.

• two terms/words that are the same in a statement.

• two terms that establish the main idea.

The kangaroo rat is able to live for long periods of time without water, whereas camels do not store water in their body but are able to save water more effectively than many other animals.

• Comparison

• Contrast

Please select the antonym for the word or phrase below:

Which of the following sentences contains an example of antithesis?

• A) She is both intelligent and wise.

• B) He is rich but unhappy.

• C) The sun rises in the east.

• D) Birds fly in the sky.

Identify the sentence that uses antithesis effectively.

• A) To err is human; to forgive, divine.

• B) The cat sat on the mat.

• C) She sells seashells by the seashore.

• D) The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.

What is the purpose of using antithesis in writing?

• A) To confuse the reader.

• B) To create a contrast between two ideas.

• C) To make the text longer.

• D) To simplify the language.

Which of the following is an example of antithesis in literature?

• A) "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times."

• B) "All that glitters is not gold."

• C) "A rolling stone gathers no moss."

• D) "Actions speak louder than words."

Choose the correct definition of antithesis.

• A) A figure of speech involving exaggeration.

• B) A statement that contradicts itself.

• C) A contrast or opposition between two things.

• D) A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.