Euphemism Quiz Definition & ExamplesWhen & How to Write a Euphemism Quiz 1. What are euphemisms?a.substituting a rude phrase with a polite phraseb.substituting a polite phrase with a rude phrasec.substituting a vague phrase with a specific phrased.a confusing tongue-twisters 2. How are euphemisms different from understatements?a.understatements are used less oftenb.euphemisms soften the truth, whereas understatements make things less extremec.understatements lessen the truth, whereas euphemisms hide the truthd.euphemisms and understatements are opposites 3. Which of the following is a euphemism?a.an early retirement opportunity (for being fired)b.having temporary negative growth (for losing money)c.a pre-owned vehicle (for a used vehicle)d.all of the above 4. Why do we use euphemisms?a.to soften harsh or unpleasant truthsb.for more vivid prosec.for entertainment and laughsd.both b and c Definition & ExamplesWhen & How to Write a Euphemism Quiz