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AP English Literature and Composition
Multiple Choice

Identifying Paradox vs. Oxymoron

Very Hard Literary Devices Paradox And Oxymoron

In literary analysis, both paradox and oxymoron are figures of speech that convey complex meanings, often revealing deeper truths or highlighting contradictions. Read the following lines and identify which example exemplifies the use of a paradox rather than an oxymoron:

1. 'The sound of silence echoes through the night.'

2. 'He was a wise fool, offering insights that confounded everyone.'

3. 'Bittersweet memories haunt me.'

4. 'In order to gain control, one must lose their grip.'

5. 'Deafening silence enveloped the room.'

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