Question

. George Bush talked during his campaign about 'compassionate conservatism', which to many liberals sounds like what figure of speech?

Answer 1

Answer:

sorry dont know the answer

Answer 2

Many liberals felt that the term 'compassionate conservatism' used by George Bush was an example of the figure of speech called an oxymoron.

• A figure of speech is a device that is used to make normal text more impressive and effective.
• Here, two figures of speech are applicable- alliteration and oxymoron.
• Alliteration is when the same sound is repeated in consecutive words, like the /k/ sound in 'compassionate' and 'conservatism'.
• However, when we look at the complete question, it is clear that we need to focus on what the liberals feel. (The liberals are the ones who oppose the conservatives.)
• The words 'compassionate' and 'conservatism' contradict each other.
• When we are compassionate about any issue, we lend our complete support.
• However, the second word here is 'conservatism', which implies holding back.
• Put together, to the liberals, the term seems to mean being compassionate about an issue, but not wanting to help in resolving it.
• The words therefore are contradictory.

Hence, oxymoron is the right answer.

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