Activity 1, handout 1

Activity 1, handout 1

While reading examples answer to the following questions.

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  What metaphors are used here?
  
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  What connections are made to enhance meaning?
  
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  How does the metaphoric use of language here reflect our cultural attitudes?
  

Text: Metaphors

Women Mutton dressed as lamb She’s a bitch. She’s a cow. She’s a slag. Countries and places America is our ally. The rape of Sarajevo Cuba is the victim of the American blockade. The evil empire War Surgical strike (attack) Ethnic cleansing Friendly fire (killed by your own side) Government and politics The economy is ailing. The trade figures are healthy this month. The Government does not realise how much is at stake