Literary Devices Quiz 472 (20 MCQs)

Quiz Instructions

Select an option to see the correct answer instantly.

1. Symbols and SymbolismSymbols are objects that have a literal meaning but also have an implied meaning. They often represent "big ideas" like love, honor, patriotism, or fate.Some well-known symbols are the dove, the peace sign and the skull and crossbones.
2. When one thing is described as another to create an image in the reader's mind
3. The main idea or meaning of a literary work; can be stated directly or indirectly; a major topic
4. I am a saying or phrase that means something different than its literal meaning.
5. Which literary technique is used in this sentence:The fragrance of spring flowers made her joyful.
6. A type of figurative language that does not mean what it is saying such as "break a leg" .
7. He is as funny as a barrel of monkey.
8. "My wife gave me a sweater-vest for our anniversary, " he complained to the bartender, his head heavy with cognac. "What do you expect?" the bartender had replied. "You're married." Could be an example of
9. When non-human objects, creatures, or other living things are given human abilities or characteristics
10. What is MAN VS. SELF?
11. "I started buttoning up the shirt. It about swallowed me." is an examples of .....
12. The sun set over the horizon, painting the sky in vibrant shades of orange and pink.
13. The use of hints, or clues in a narrative to suggest what is to come
14. "The cat's as fast as a jet on a runway" is an example of a metaphor.
15. His cries were as shrill as a siren
16. Exaggerated statement not meant to be taken as fact
17. BONUS QUESTION:What goes at the end of your introduction? (3 extra points)
18. The flames consumed all the trees in the forest.
19. Better belly buss than good food waste. This is an example of .....
20. What is the usual reason one might use a metaphor or simile?