Question

language and style unit test
use the sentence to answer the question.
silas doesnt mean to hurt peoples feelings, but he has a sharp tongue.
how is the author of this sentence using a euphemism?
(1 point)
to politely describe a negative trait
to compare two people
to use many phrases to say the same thing
to create humor

Explanation:

A euphemism is a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt. In the sentence, "sharp tongue" is a euphemism for being overly critical or hurtful. The author uses it to politely describe a negative trait (being hurtful) instead of using a more direct and harsh term.

Answer:

to politely describe a negative trait