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Literary Devices Quiz 282 (20 MCQs)

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1. Definition:Giving human characteristics to a non-human subject.
2. True or false:A simile is a comparison of two unlike things that uses "like" or "as"
3. "I slept like a rock last night." is an example of .....
4. What is an example of person vs. person conflict in "The Most Dangerous Game" ?
5. This is visually descriptive language using the 5 senses.
6. In this kind or irony a person or character says something which is an exact opposite to what s/he means. Writers use this kind of irony to create humor or create suspense. Essentially, this form of irony makes use of statements with layered meanings-one literal and the other underlying which the speaker uses knowingly. The listener may or may not be aware of the layered meanings. There are 3 kinds of this kind or irony-Sarcasm, Exaggeration and understatement.
7. The wind howled its mighty objection.Poetic device is
8. ..... night crawled by like a wounded snake .....
9. Writing or speech not meant to be interpreted literally
10. Another word for an "aha moment"When something in a story becomes realizedForeshadowing contributes to this literary device
11. Authors choose precise words when writing a story. Depending on their purpose and audience, a writer can choose to use colloquial or academic language. This is called .....
12. What literary device is this? "Drops of rain exit the pillowcases, drowsily float like feathers, soar in many directions."
13. A red rose might be symbolism for which of these, if it is in a poem?
14. This part of the plot occurs after the climax has been reached and conflict has been resolved.
15. Why, we only live to serveTry the grey stuff, it's deliciousDon't believe me, ask the dishesThey can sing, they can dance. This is an example of?
16. What is an example of a theme in TEWWG?
17. The formation of a word or sound associated with what is named is called what?
18. This is a concept which relates to meanings of words and phrases. This meaning is different from the word's dictionary meaning and is dependent on its cultural context of use. It is an acquired meaning which might change with a change in culture or context.
19. A literary device or situation in which there is a discrepancy between expectation and reality.
20. The distinctive way in which a writer expresses their thoughts, choices of words, and overall writing technique.
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