Figures of Speech (Answering Questions) - English - General Information - 2025

Irony (meaning and how to answer a question)

Irony implies the opposite of what is said. Answer: It is ironic because you’d expect… but…

Metaphor (meaning and how to answer a question using the triangle method)

A metaphor is a comparison without the use of like or as. Answer: It is effective because the [object] was as [adjectives] as [comparison].

Simile (meaning and how to answer a question using the triangle method)

A simile is a direct comparison that always contains the words as or like. Answer: It is effective because the [object] was as [adjectives] as [comparison]. 

Pun (meaning and how to answer a question)

A pun is a play on words using the different meanings or sounds of a word for humorous effect. Answer: The pun word/phrase is… The first meaning is the… The second meaning is that…

Hyperbole (Meaning and how to answer a question)

An hyperbole is an over-exaggeration, not meant to be taken literally. Answer: This is an example of hyperbole because it is saying that… Answer (pt. 2): This hyperbole is emphasising…

Oxymoron (meaning)

An oxymoron places two seemingly contradictory words together. Used to create humour, emphasis, or irony.