One purpose of a figure of speech is to(1 point)
Responses
present an argument.
present an argument.
express the author’s point of view.
express the author’s point of view.
state the time and place.
state the time and place.
create humor.
create humor.
Use the phrase to answer the question.
After hours of waiting for the bowling alley to open,
Which clause best completes the sentence to create a pun?
(1 point)
Responses
we found out it was closed for good.
we found out it was closed for good.
we went to the movies instead.
we went to the movies instead.
we finally got the ball rolling.
we finally got the ball rolling.
we were starving.
we finally got the ball rolling.
Which term means “the use of a word that suggests two or more of its meanings, or suggests a similar sounding word”?(1 point)
Responses
verbal irony
verbal irony
comparison
comparison
pun
pun
adjective
pun
Which term means “to say something that is opposite from what is true or from what you really mean”?(1 point)
Responses
advertisement
advertisement
verbal irony
verbal irony
element
element
pun
verbal irony
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The purpose of a figure of speech is to create various effects in writing or speech by using language in a non-literal way. It adds depth, emphasis, and creativity to the communication.
To answer the question, we can eliminate the options that don't apply to the purpose of a figure of speech.
- "Present an argument" is not the primary purpose of a figure of speech, as it's more about conveying meaning and creating imagery rather than directly arguing a point.
- "Express the author's point of view" can be a possible purpose, as figures of speech can often reflect the author's perspective or add personal flair to their expression.
- "State the time and place" is unrelated to the purpose of a figure of speech, as it focuses on the setting rather than the intended effects.
- "Create humor" is another possible purpose, as figures of speech can make writing or speech more entertaining and funny.
Therefore, both "express the author's point of view" and "create humor" can be considered as correct answers to the question, depending on the specific context and how the figure of speech is used.