Decoding Paradoxes: Contradictions in Literature

Decoding Paradoxes: Contradictions in Literature

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Religious Studies, Social Studies

1st - 6th Grade

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The video tutorial explains the concept of paradox, a figure of speech derived from Greek, which involves statements that are self-contradictory yet true. It provides examples like 'wise fool' and 'bittersweet' to illustrate paradoxes and introduces the term oxymoron for two-word paradoxes. The tutorial also discusses the use of paradox in literature, specifically in George Orwell's 'Animal Farm', highlighting its role in critiquing government hypocrisy. The video concludes with review questions to reinforce understanding.

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