Understanding Tautology

What is the main characteristic of a tautology?

• Repetition of sentences

• Repetition of sounds

• Repetition of ideas

• Repetition of words

Where does the word 'tautology' originate from?

• German

• French

• Latin

• Greek

In which year was the modern form of 'tautology' first used?

• 1655

• 1955

• 1755

• 1855

How did Abraham Lincoln use tautology in his speech?

• To entertain the audience

• To confuse the audience

• To emphasize a point

• To lengthen his speech

Why should tautologies be used sparingly?

• They are difficult to understand

• They can dilute the rhetorical impact

• They can make speech too concise

• They are always ineffective