This is the third week of the second trimester of 2008/2009. For today's class, we've learned about Juxtaposition. I believe that some of us may not know or don't even heard about Juxtaposition, just like me before. :P But, after the class I can really understand its meaning and the function of it.
Definition of Juxtaposition:
1. The act of positioning close together (or side by side); a side-by-side position. - thefreedictionary.com
2. The act or an instance of placing two or more things side by side ; also : the state of being so placed. - Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
So basically Juxtaposition is the idea of putting 2 things together side by side and their contrast and similarity are shown through comparison. By juxtaposing 2 things side by side, human brain will automatically transfer their meaning. It can be something familiar or never be heard before.
Example of Juxtaposition:
Found this on the net. It's really funny! Hahaha! People might assume different things when see this picture.
In this documentary, Michael Moore uses juxtaposition when he plays the song "What a Wonder full World" while playing scenes of war and violence. So, it shows the contrast between peace and war.
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