Tone and Purpose of Euphemism

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1. Writers use euphemisms to:

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Euphemisms help writers handle sensitive ideas carefully.

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Tone And Purpose Of Euphemism - Quiz

Why does word choice matter so much? In this quiz, you’ll focus on the purpose behind using euphemisms and how they influence tone. You’ll examine how phrases like “let go,” “downsizing,” and “no longer with us” can make messages sound more polite, respectful, or professional. By analyzing different examples, you’ll... see morelearn how euphemisms can reflect kindness, avoidance, or sensitivity — and why writers choose them carefully.
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2. Which tone does euphemism usually create?

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Euphemisms are usually used to sound polite, gentle, or respectful.

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3. “She’s no longer with us.” is often used to express:

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This phrase is a gentle and respectful way to refer to death.

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4. “He was let go” instead of “fired” changes tone to:

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Using a euphemism softens the tone and sounds more professional.

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5. “She’s full-figured” is a euphemism meaning:

Explanation

This phrase is often used to politely describe body size.

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6. “Restroom” is a euphemism for:

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“Restroom” is a polite term commonly used instead of bathroom.

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7. “Correctional facility” is used instead of “prison” because it sounds:

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This term sounds more formal and respectful.

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8. “She was under the weather” means:

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This is a gentle way to say someone is not feeling well.

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9. Euphemisms can reflect kindness or avoidance, depending on intent.

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Euphemisms may be used either to show care or to avoid discomfort.

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10. “He’s big-boned” suggests a tone that is:

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This phrase is often used in a light or kind way.

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11. “He was let go from his duties” could also mean:

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This euphemism softens the idea of being fired.

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12. “The company is downsizing” is a euphemism for:

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This phrase is commonly used in business to soften layoffs.

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13. “They’re taking a break” often means:

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This phrase gently refers to relationship problems.

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Writers use euphemisms to:
Which tone does euphemism usually create?
“She’s no longer with us.” is often used to express:
“He was let go” instead of “fired” changes tone to:
“She’s full-figured” is a euphemism meaning:
“Restroom” is a euphemism for:
“Correctional facility” is used instead of “prison” because it...
“She was under the weather” means:
Euphemisms can reflect kindness or avoidance, depending on intent.
“He’s big-boned” suggests a tone that is:
“He was let go from his duties” could also mean:
“The company is downsizing” is a euphemism for:
“They’re taking a break” often means:
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