Write the letter of the choice that matches the term in Column A with the appropriate example in Column B.

a. The prime goal of all politicians is to be reelected.
b. The grass is greener on the other side of the fence.
c. Jamie was considered the boss’s Man Friday.
d. The company streamlined its operations and downsized redundant positions.

1. Cliché
2. Euphemism
3. Allusion
4. Generalization


1. B - The grass is greener on the other side of the fence.
2. D - The company streamlined its operations and downsized redundant positions.
3. C - Jamie was considered the boss’s Man Friday.
4. A - The prime goal of all politicians is to be reelected.

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