When the Speaker Attempts to Draw a Parallel Between One

question 39

Multiple Choice

When the speaker attempts to draw a parallel between one thing and another,he or she is using a(n) _____.

• A) analogy
• B) inflection
• C) exaggeration
• D) puffer
• E) summary

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Definitions:

Staggered Terms

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Nonprofit Corporation

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