Question

Tony escapes awkward situations with great ease and without notice. He is a Houdini.

What type of rhetorical device is used in the underlined sentence?

A. eponym
B. apophasis
C. anastrophe
D. amplification

Answer 1

I am not sure on this question but I think it is A. eponym hope this help ;)

Answer 2

A: eponym

Step-by-step explanation:

The rhetorical device used in the underlined sentence is eponym, which means that the name of the famous Houdini, the great magician, was used to describe the abilities that Tony possesses. Houdini performed this kind of activities. Tony is a Houdini means he has the abilities similar to Houdini's abilities: escaping with geat ease.