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Unit 5 – Poetry Structure & Figurative Language
Topic 5.2
What is the purpose of using understatement in poetry?
To remove any emotional impact from the poem
To express something in a subtle and understated way
To limit the reader's understanding of the poem
To create confusion and ambiguity
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AP English Literature - 5.2 Use of techniques like imagery and hyperbole
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