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Literary Devices Quiz 32 (20 MCQs)

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1. You look beautiful in your shabby attire.
2. I agreed to keep an eye on my sister's aquarium while she was away at college.
3. He hammered so hard, the earth began to shake.
4. Imagine you are reading a poem where life is described as a winding road. This comparison is made without using the words 'like' or 'as'. What literary device is being used here?
5. The associations and emotional overtones that have become attached to a word or phrase, in addition to its strict dictionary definition
6. Sequence of events in a story
7. A dramatic foil is .....
8. It helps the readers predict future events
9. A figure of speech in which an idea or thing is given human attributes and/or feelings
10. Her cat is near the computer to keep an eye on the mouse.
11. A literary device characterized by the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in neighboring or closely positioned words within a sentence or phrase. This technique is often used for rhythmic and melodious effects in poetry, prose, or everyday language. It contributes to the overall sound and musicality of the language, creating a memorable and engaging quality in the writing.
12. Fill in the blank with the missing words:Symbolism is a story ..... used by authors to give the reader a deeper ..... of the text.
13. Is this imagery?They ate food
14. Overstating something, usually for the purpose of creating a comic effect
15. "But the house on Mango Street is not the way they told it at all. It's small and red with tight steps in front and windows so small you'd think they were holding their breath."
16. Read the following passage: "We did it! We did it! We did it!" Mei boasted, slapping her hand against the table, scattering toast crumbs, knocking aside teaspoons and almost smearing the butter in her zeal. "Whoa!" her brother exclaimed, startled. "Well congratulations!"Mei stood up and triumphantly strutted around the kitchen, transforming her walk around the breakfast table into a victory parade. Her brother laughed, suprised and amused. "Who are you, and what have you done with me sister, Mei?" he teased. Based on the passage, what can you infer about the main character Mei?
17. What is the figure of speech where exaggeration is used for effect or to stress a point?
18. After being slammed closed, the door screamed, "Ouch!"
19. I TOLD YOU A THOUSAND TIMES TO CLEAN YOUR ROOM!
20. A figure of speech that is used to make a comparison between two things that aren't alike but do have something in common; does not use the words "like" or "as"
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