Answer to Question #258796 in English for Jen

Question

“Fought for freedom...” is an example of ______.

a. hyperbole

b. alliteration

c. antithesis

d. metaphor

Which of the following is true of word meanings?

a. A word can have both a denotative and connotative meaning.

b. Denotative meanings are subjective.

c. The connotative and denotative meanings usually match.

d. Connotative meanings are precise.

Answer 1

1. “Fought for freedom...” is an example of ______.

d. metaphor

2. Which of the following is true of word meanings?

a. A word can have both a denotative and connotative meaning.