English 2 Figures of Speech Practice

a figure of speech that places two seemingly opposite or contrasting words side by side

Kick the bucket instead of die: This is an example of a

a figure of speech in which what is said is not what is meant

The terms "heavy lightness" is an example of

writing that pokes fun at human foolishness, evil, or weakness, in an effort to reform society

Santa Claus' helpers are known as subordinate Clauses. This is an example of a

a play on words, a deliberate misuse of a word or phrase for the purpose of humor

a figure of speech in which a harsh, unpleasant, or offensive term is replaced by a mild, inoffensive term

Every week Saturday Night Live performs a skit poking fun at current events. This is an example of