Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Happy Holidays--OXYMORON STYLE

Whether or not you know what the term OXYMORON means, you have seen such before...take a guess using the following examples:  JUMBO SHRIMP/ALMOST ACCURATE/PRETTY UGLY...

To learn more about oxymorons and to enjoy the holiday spirit, AP Language and Composition created some fun samples.  Read and enjoy!  (Share some in the comment area if you can think of some!)


The ornaments were thrown on the tree in harmonious chaos.

Buddy was a six foot tall little elf.
While Frosty was dancing, things were getting steamy.

Nate went caroling on a bright night.


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