Author Question: The sentence that is the best example of a euphemism is: a. Geoffrey's pet goat was as dumb as a ... (Read 27 times)

dalyningkenk · **on:** Jul 15, 2018

The sentence that is the best example of a euphemism is:

a. Geoffrey's pet goat was as dumb as a doornail.
b. Monika worked as her uncle's Girl Friday during summer vacation.
c. That car dealership specializes in previously owned vehicles.
d. I'm so hungry I could eat a horse

Question 2

An allusion is a

a. tired, overused expression that no longer carries a specific meaning.
b. complex or unfamiliar word, phrase, or term used by a particular group.
c. reference to well-known religious, literary, artistic, or historical works.
d. deliberate, excessive, and obvious exaggeration.