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Important aspects of Figures of Speech will be analysised to gain deeper understandin of its effect and how it is used in writing pieces.

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1
what is the function of a Euphemisim
It is a direct and blunt way of saying things that are harsh
It is used to describe a sound or action.
A mild and indirect way of saying something harsh or blunt
2
Which of the following is an example of an Hyperbole?
His strength is like that of a fotress
Johns dad passed on.
The bag weighed a ton
Sarah sat silently in class
3
which one of the following does not fall part of figures of speech?
Interjection
Litotes
Anticlimax
Oxymoron
4
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile
A simile uses "as " or "like" when comparing two objects
A metaphor compares unlike object without using as or like
there is no distinct difference vbetween the two
They are both used as comparison tools
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what is the Significance of figures of speech
all of the above
Places emphasis on piece of wrting
enhances the writers piece
adds life and creativity to an odinary piece of writing