"the unbelievable propensity to rioting that engaged the rest of the household"
is an example of:
(A) a paradox
(B)a simile
(C)a cliche
(D)hyperbole
Whats the answer miss sue
Hyperbolr
Hyperbole
The correct answer is (A) a paradox. A paradox is a statement that appears to be self-contradictory but may actually be true. In this example, the phrase "unbelievable propensity to rioting" suggests that the rioting behavior is unexpected or hard to believe, which creates a paradox.
To determine the answer, let's break down the options:
(A) A paradox is a statement or situation that seems contradictory but is true. The phrase "the unbelievable propensity to rioting" does not contain contradictory elements, so it is not a paradox.
(B) A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using "like" or "as." The phrase "the unbelievable propensity to rioting" does not make a direct comparison to something else, so it is not a simile.
(C) A cliché is an overused expression or phrase. While the phrase "the unbelievable propensity to rioting" contains familiar words, it is not a commonly used expression, so it is not a cliché.
(D) Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally. The phrase "the unbelievable propensity to rioting" includes the word "unbelievable," which suggests an exaggeration, making it a hyperbole.
Therefore, the correct answer is (D) hyperbole.