Question

question 14 of 20
read the following sentence:

she got a perfect score on the vocabulary test; i guess
shes good with words.

which technique does this sentence best illustrate?

a. sarcasm

b. understatement

c. hyperbole

d. irony

Explanation:

• Option A (Sarcasm): Sarcasm is mocking or ironic in a hurtful way, which doesn't fit here as the statement isn't mocking.
• Option B (Understatement): An understatement downplays something. Getting a perfect score on a vocabulary test shows strong word skills, and saying "I guess she's good with words" downplays her ability (since a perfect score implies more than just "good"), so this fits.
• Option C (Hyperbole): Hyperbole is an exaggeration, but the statement here is a downplay, not an exaggeration.
• Option D (Irony): Irony involves a contrast between expectation and reality, but this is a downplay, not irony.

Answer:

B. Understatement