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Multiple Choice

Identifying an Oxymoron

Medium Literary Devices Paradox And Oxymoron

In poetry, paradox and oxymoron serve significant functions in expressing complex emotions and ideas. A paradox can challenge readers to re-evaluate perceptions, while an oxymoron creates an impactful juxtaposition. Review the following options and identify the statement that best exemplifies an oxymoron:

The silence was deafening during the tense moments of the meeting.

She felt a bittersweet pang of nostalgia when she left her childhood home.

The actor delivered a hauntingly beautiful performance that captivated the audience.

His ability to find unambiguous ambiguity in the poem intrigued his peers.

They entered the dark light of the dimly lit room.

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