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Figurative Language in Night by Elie Wiesel

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What is the primary purpose of using figurative language in 'Night' by Elie Wiesel?

To entertain readers with vivid descriptions

To add unnecessary details to the novel

To confuse readers with complex language

To create a deeper connection with readers for better understanding (correct)

Which literary device is NOT mentioned as commonly used in figurative language in the text?

Personification

Alliteration (correct)

Similes

Metaphors

How does Elie Wiesel use figurative language to portray the struggles faced during the Holocaust in 'Night'?

To downplay the severity of the events

To simplify the events for easy comprehension

To introduce humor into tragic situations

To enhance the emotional impact and vividness of the experiences (correct)

What effect does Elie Wiesel's use of figurative language have on the readers of 'Night'?

It helps them better envision and grasp the difficult concepts presented Signup and view all the answers

In what ways does Elie Wiesel's inclusion of figurative language contribute to the overall impact of 'Night'?

It evokes strong emotions and enhances reader engagement Signup and view all the answers

In Night, which literary device is used when Wiesel writes, 'Never shall I forget those moments that murdered my God and my soul and turned my dreams to ashes'?

Metaphor Signup and view all the answers

What does the simile 'The news spread throughout Sighet like wildfire' help convey to the reader?

The news spread rapidly throughout Sighet Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device is exemplified by the phrase 'By eight o'clock in the morning, weariness had settled into our veins, our limbs, our brains, like molten lead'?

Simile Signup and view all the answers

How does Wiesel use personification in Night to convey emotions?

To describe nature with human traits Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using metaphors in 'Night'?

To create familiarity by relating unfamiliar ideas to familiar ones Signup and view all the answers

What does bread symbolize in the text?

Life, death, and friends or family Signup and view all the answers

How is the absence of rations equated in the text?

With death Signup and view all the answers

What does night symbolize in 'Night' by Elie Wiesel?

Suffering and sorrow Signup and view all the answers

What is hyperbole defined as in the text?

Exaggerated statements meant to illustrate significance Signup and view all the answers

How does irony play a role in 'Night'?

To point out the severity of living conditions and brutality of the Nazis Signup and view all the answers