Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) Practice Test

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Which technique involves placing two or more contrasting elements side by side?

Contrast
Juxtaposition
Comparison
Configuration

The correct answer is: Juxtaposition

Juxtaposition is the technique that involves placing two or more contrasting elements side by side to create a comparison or highlight differences. This method is often used in literature, art, and design to provoke thought, generate interest, or emphasize particular qualities of the elements being juxtaposed. By placing contrasting ideas or images next to each other, the differences become more pronounced, encouraging the audience to explore the relationships or tensions between them. Contrast generally refers to the difference between elements but does not explicitly involve their placement next to each other. Comparison involves evaluating similarities rather than highlighting opposing qualities side by side. Configuration pertains to the arrangement of elements, but not specifically in the context of contrasting them like juxtaposition does.