“Give me a place to stand, Archimedes said, “and I can move the world.” These words show which figurative language?
A. paradox
B. satire
C. simile
D. metaphor
D?
Yes, D.
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it is definitely not metaphor
It’s paradox
Yes, the correct answer is D. metaphor.
To determine the correct answer, we need to understand the different types of figurative language mentioned in the options.
A. Paradox: A paradox is a statement or situation that appears to be contradictory or absurd but may actually be true.
B. Satire: Satire is a form of writing that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or ridicule individuals, society, or institutions.
C. Simile: A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things, often using the words "like" or "as."
D. Metaphor: A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two different things without using "like" or "as." It suggests a resemblance or similarity between the two things being compared.
In the given quote, Archimedes is using a metaphor to express the power of having a firm ground to stand on. He is suggesting that if he had a place to stand, he would have the leverage or power to move the world. This comparison between having a place to stand and being able to move the world is a metaphor.
Therefore, the correct answer is D. metaphor.