Question

what is an oxymoron in literature?
a figure of speech that uses contradictory terms to create an ironic effect.
a type of poetry that focuses on the beauty of nature.
a dramatic monologue delivered by a single character on stage.
a literary technique that uses onomatopoeia to convey emotions.

Explanation:

An oxymoron is a figure of speech where two contradictory terms are combined to create an ironic or thought - provoking effect. For example, "jumbo shrimp" or "deafening silence".

Answer:

A. A figure of speech that uses contradictory terms to create an ironic effect.