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    This document provides an example of a mixed metaphor and questions to identify mixed metaphors in sample sentences. A mixed metaphor is using two or more metaphors that do not make logical sense together. The example given shows the mixing of the metaphor "upsetting the apple cart" which means causing chaos, with the metaphor "ironing out the details" which refers to finishing a plan, as these two metaphors are not logically connected. Students are then asked to identify the metaphors used and explain why sentences are mixed metaphors.

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    English Language, Fourth Form Assignment 18 March 2020

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    This document provides an example of a mixed metaphor and questions to identify mixed metaphors in sample sentences. A mixed metaphor is using two or more metaphors that do not make logical sense together. The example given shows the mixing of the metaphor "upsetting the apple cart" which means causing chaos, with the metaphor "ironing out the details" which refers to finishing a plan, as these two metaphors are not logically connected. Students are then asked to identify the metaphors used and explain why sentences are mixed metaphors.

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    MIXED METAPHOR

    A mixed metaphor is the use of two or more metaphors and/or similes that do not
    make sense together.
    Below are sentences that contain a mixed metaphor. Identify the metaphors being
    used in each sentence, and explain why it is a mixed metaphor. Read the example
    before answering the questions.

    Example: She upset the apple cart while we were ironing out the details.

    Answer: This example uses two metaphors. The comparison of the person’s
    actions to a fallen apple cart means the person is causing chaos and trouble. The
    second metaphor compares the ironing of clothes with the group’s finishing of the
    details of a plan. The two metaphors make it confusing. An apple cart has no
    logical connection to ironing clothes.

    1. The football player was a tower of strength, running across the field like a
    gazelle.
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    2. The house on the hill was a beacon to visitors, gracefully ruling over the

    neighbourhood.

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    3. The manager was a busy bee with a lot on his plate.

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