Paradox

Welcome to the Paradox category on Questions LLC! If you find yourself intrigued by the mysterious and mind-bending world of paradoxes, you've come to the right place. Here, we delve into questions that challenge our understanding of logic, reality, and truth. From the famous grandfather paradox to the perplexing liar paradox, this category explores the enigmatic nature of paradoxes and offers insightful discussions on their implications. Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we unravel these intriguing riddles that have puzzled great minds throughout history. Whether you are a sleepless philosopher or simply curious about the paradoxical nature of our existence, prepare to embark on a mind-bending adventure within the Paradox category.

Questions (50)

1. Which of the following quotations is the best example of a paradox?(1 point)“I’ll drain him dry as hay. . . ” “Lesser
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2. asked by Kelsey
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Which quotations are examples of paradoxes?Select all that apply. Youth is not a time of life, it is a state of mind. – Luella
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2. asked by Arabella
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can someone please check my answers1.) which of the following is the best example of a paradox? a.death be not proud ,though
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2. asked by Joshua
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A paradox is a literary device often used to ?A. emphasize or make readers think about important ideas. B. provide hints or
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2. asked by Nana
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Please help me with the following question:A paradox is a literary device often used to A. emphasize or make readers think about
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2. asked by Brady
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What a....! The more you look, the less you see.A. Wonder B. Miracle C. Challenges D. Paradox
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2. asked by Gift
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5. (paradox of) VALUE = (blank) + (blank).16. (Blank) is a situation when production cannot reach its full potential because
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2. asked by Alex
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The excerpt has an example of what literary device?“However, I altered my traps; and not to trouble you with particulars,
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2. asked by Jackie
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Could "crafted but easily shattered." be a paradox?P.S. sorry again, we have a study group and are all using the same computer.
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2. asked by Tray
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Are the following sentences either paradox, parallelism, oxymoron, or juxtaposition.1. "She liked to be with people, but her
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2. asked by Jordan
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A paradox is speech that contradicts itself but may be true nevertheless.If I do, where do I put a comma?
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2. asked by Anonymous
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1. A __________ is a statement that seems contradictory but that is nevertheless true.A. puzzle B. definition C. tribulation D.
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2. asked by Amy
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Score:"I always lie" is an example of which of these literary devices? A)paradigm B)paradox C)metaphor D)personification E)none
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2. asked by Eric
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I really need to know where exactly are examples of paradox in Lord Henry's speech I sent you.I'm including three more
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2. asked by Henry2
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Which of the following quotations is the best example of aparadox? (1 point) “I’ll drain him dry as hay. . . ” “Lesser
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2. asked by Red Rider
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Select the correct answer.Which sentence is a paradox? A. The comedian was seriously funny. B. This is a genuine imitation of
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2. asked anonymously
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Read the following excerpt from "Death, be not proud" by John Donne:Thou'art slave to fate, chance, kings, and desperate men,
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2. asked anonymously
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what is something and nothing at the same time?
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2. asked by Christian
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what falls but never breaks?what breaks but never falls? night/day
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2. asked by lynn
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which of the following is not a paradox?a. It was "darkness visible."- Milton b. If you love someone, let her go. c. The more
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2. asked by Anonymous
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Once, there was a great mystery in our town. Every lawn on the main street turned brown overnight. There’d been no strange
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2. asked anonymously
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Which of the following quotations is the best example of a paradox?(1 point) Responses “I’ll drain him dry as hay. . . ”
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2. asked anonymously
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Which of the following is a statement that appears to contradict itself but is actually true?irony juxtaposition paradox
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2. asked anonymously
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A(n) ___ is a statement or group of statements that lead to a contradiction or situation which defies logic or reason.Responses
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Drag each item to indicate whether it is a paradox or is not a paradox.(1 point) Paradox or Not a paradox You must spend money
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2. asked anonymously
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What is a paradox?(1 point) Responses a set of two contradictory words that appear next to each other in a literary text a set
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2. asked anonymously
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Which of the following is a statement that appears tocontradict itself but is actually true? a. dialogue b. paradox c. irony d.
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2. asked by Tanyashand
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Which of the following is a paradox?A. drowning in a sea of grief B. deafening silence C. the beginning of the end D. beautiful
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2. asked anonymously
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Which figure of speech is an example of paradox?A. As Hamlet said, "I must be cruel, only to be kind." B. Writing with a broken
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2. asked by thisishard
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which part of the text is an example of literary paradox?A. Algernon says he doesn't mind hard work when there is no "definite
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2. asked by thisishard
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What role can paradox play in a literary text? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)Responses A paradox can keep readers
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2. asked by Blue Berry
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What is a paradox?(1 point)Responses a technique authors use to explain how they see the world a technique authors use to
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2. asked by Blue Berry
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Which of the following is true about a paradox?A. It hints at future events in a story or play. B. It presents conflicting
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2. asked anonymously
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What is a paradox?(1 point)Responses a self-contradictory statement or situation that might express a hidden truth or deeper
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2. asked anonymously
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In 1–2 paragraphs, explain how would you interpret the oxymoron the author includes in the paragraph. What is the role of the
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2. asked by RideOrDie
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Which of the following is true about a paradox?(1 point) Responses It is an exaggerated statement. It is an exaggerated
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2. asked by lil beby
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Which figure of speech is an example of paradox? (1 point) Responses I have a mountain of homework to do tonight. I have a
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2. asked by lil beby
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What role can paradox play in a literary text? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)Responses Paradoxes may create a sense of
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2. asked anonymously
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Once, there was a great mystery in our town. Every lawn on the main street turned brown overnight. There’d been no strange
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2. asked anonymously
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In Act I, scene I, the witches state" "Fair is foul and foul is fair." and "When the battle's won and lost." These are examples
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2. asked anonymously
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Once, there was a great mystery in our town. Every lawn on the main street turned brown overnight. There’d been no strange
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What is a non example of paradox
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Which figure of speech is used in this text?It is easier to forgive an enemy than to forgive a friend. —William Blake paradox
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Which figure of speech is used in this text?I know that I know nothing. —attributed to Socrates euphemism paradox
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Which sentence best describes a paradox in "The Censors"?%0D%0A(1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0AJuan tries to save Mariana,
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2. asked anonymously
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Which figure of speech is an example of paradox? (1 point) Responses Yesterday's English test was a piece of cake. Yesterday's
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2. asked by Badussy1999
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In "A Quilt of a Country", Quindlen suggests that America is both fragmented and cohesive, both of which can be argued to be
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A(n) ___ is a statement or group of statements that lead to a contradiction or situation which defies logic or reason.Responses
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2. asked by J
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"Él [Lev] ha superado el 'deber' de diezmar. Tal vez finalmente esté empezando a ver la sensación de mantenerse con vida".¿C
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2. asked by Holas
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"Él [Lev] ha superado el 'deber' de diezmar. Tal vez finalmente esté empezando a ver la sensación de mantenerse con vida".¿C
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2. asked by Holas
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