AP English Languagemediummcq1 pt
Understatement
A.deliberately minimizes the truth
B.exaggerates the truth
C.states the literal truth
D.avoids the topic
Explanation
Core Concept
'It's a bit windy' during a hurricane is understatement.
Correct Answer
Adeliberately minimizes the truth
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