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Infer the meaning of the following words and phrases and complete the table.



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Hyperbole is an obvious and intentional exaggeration. Atwood's ending is very hyperbolic, inferring that these self-absorbed and self-aggrandizing City Planners are just as empty and meaningless as the 'burbs they pollute the world with. How does she convey this message?

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The poem is concerned mainly with the fact that "city planning" is a gloomy process that leaves its in-habitants stripped of their humanity. They become devoid of feelings or emotions, essential human attributes for example pedantic rows, sanitary trees, levelness of surface, No shouting here.

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A small town is trying to attract business to their community by pointing out the downsides of big city life.

They need images of imposing buildings towering overhead, seeming to oppress those beneath as well as suitable jingles or slogans to advertise their town/ village as the perfect place to dwell. Through mass media they desire to draw the attention of the investors to their town. Help them by designing these posters.


Remember: Posters are large hoardings to be put up on walls, or the size of the handbills to be displayed on the notice boards. They are meant to be captivating, attractive and persuasive because their intention is to inform/ create social awareness. Catchy slogans can be used to make the message effective.


The Poster has three main features-the content, the layout, and the graphic. Hence give the description/ details related to the theme and also make the poster visually attractive.


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Urban environmentalists have launched a campaign to raise awareness of the masses. They want to educate the public on saving resources as well as reducing pollution.

As a responsible citizen you want to contribute your bit to this herculean task. You decide to talk to the members of your locality.


Write a speech in which you educate the masses on the causes and effects of being insensitive towards the environment. Remember to advocate carpooling, recycling, planting trees and other activities that are good for the environment.