English Test
Ex of exaggeration
" I have a million things to do today." This person would not literally have a million tasks that needed to be completed. This phrase just expresses how much they have to do.
How many foreign nations does Britain still have "sovereignty" in?
14
Ex paradox
A common paradox is "if I know one thing, it's that I know nothing." This is a paradox because it contradicts itself in a way. However this also lets a person know that someone really does not know an answer to something.
Imperialism
A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
Nationalism
A strong feeling of pride in and devotion to one's country
Ex. contradictions
An example of this would be if someone judged someone for things they do themselves.
British Dominions
British dominions are countries that are independent but also are partially controlled by Britian. Some examples of this are Australia, Canada, and Dominion of Newfoundland.
When did the "end of the Empire" officially happen?
By 1979, the British Empire was gravely reduced. Although it still has a few territories around the world. British has lost many of their original territories.
Decolonization
Decolonization is when a territory or state leaves its former country and become independent.
Ex. Understatement
How was the test?" "It was okay," said by someone who got the highest score on the test.
Ex of exaggeration
I am so hungry I could eat a horse
Ex of paradox
The beginning of the end
Ex understatement
The elephant from Horton hears a who keeps saying he is light as a feather
Ex contradictions
The snowy summer's day
Ex of verbal irony
The title is ironic because the actual proposal is outrageous, not modest.
What is exaggeration also known as?
also called overstatement or hyperbole
Paradox
is a statement that seems contradictory or absurd but actually reveals some element of truth.
British Imperialism
largest colonial empire. protected trading interests in africa and asia. white colonies and non-white colonies.
Exaggeration
occurs when a writer exaggerates the truth for emphasis or humorous effect.
contradiction
occurs when a writer expresses two ideas that are in opposition to one another.
Understatement
occurs when a writer says less than is expected or appropriate
verbal irnoy
occurs when a writer says the opposite of what is meant.