Recognizing Paradox

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1. Match each paradox with its meaning:
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Recognizing Paradox - Quiz

Think you can spot a paradox in everyday language? This quiz will test your ability to recognize paradoxical statements that seem contradictory but reveal something true about life, behavior, or human nature. You’ll analyze well-known examples, interpret what they suggest, and practice identifying paradox in sentences that sound odd at... see morefirst glance. By the end, you’ll be able to catch paradox quickly — and explain the truth hiding inside it.
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2. Which is a paradox?

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The statement sounds contradictory but suggests investment leads to profit.

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3. “I know one thing: that I know nothing.” is paradoxical because:

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The speaker claims certainty about their lack of knowledge.

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4. Paradox can reveal a hidden truth about human behavior.

Explanation

Paradox often highlights deeper truths about how people think or act.

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5. “The more you hurry, the slower you go.” means:

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The paradox suggests rushing can actually slow progress.

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6. “You can’t get a job without experience, but you can’t get experience without a job.” expresses:

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The statement highlights a real-world contradiction people face.

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7. Which sentence contains paradox?

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The phrase combines activity and inactivity.

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8. “Freedom is slavery” (Orwell) means:

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The paradox critiques political and social control.

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9. “The child is the father of the man.” means:

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Early experiences influence who we become.

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10. Paradox is used in both poetry and prose.

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Paradox appears across many types of writing.

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11. “I’m a compulsive liar.” is paradoxical because:

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The statement contradicts itself logically.

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12. “The only constant is change.” means:

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The paradox emphasizes ongoing change.

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13. “You can save time by wasting it wisely.” is a paradox that suggests:

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The paradox suggests rest can improve productivity.

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14. Writers use paradox to:

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Paradox encourages readers to think deeply.

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15. A paradox often includes two _____ ideas that both reveal truth.
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Match each paradox with its meaning:
Which is a paradox?
“I know one thing: that I know nothing.” is paradoxical because:
Paradox can reveal a hidden truth about human behavior.
“The more you hurry, the slower you go.” means:
“You can’t get a job without experience, but you can’t get...
Which sentence contains paradox?
“Freedom is slavery” (Orwell) means:
“The child is the father of the man.” means:
Paradox is used in both poetry and prose.
“I’m a compulsive liar.” is paradoxical because:
“The only constant is change.” means:
“You can save time by wasting it wisely.” is a paradox that...
Writers use paradox to:
A paradox often includes two _____ ideas that both reveal truth.
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