Grade 9 English Exam Review - ENL1W1

A literary device that reveals information about a character, their thoughts, and feelings, without the character consciously expressing them.

A figure of speech that compares two unlike things directly, using words like 'is', 'are', 'was', or 'were'.

The central struggle in a story, involving a character facing an obstacle or conflict.

A statement that seems contradictory but may express a truth.

A literary device that attributes human feelings or characteristics to inanimate objects or natural phenomena.

The central character in a story, often driving the plot and facing conflict.

A situation where the outcome is the opposite of what was expected or intended, creating a sense of surprise or irony.

A symbol is an object, person, or idea that represents something else, often a bigger concept or abstract idea.

A literary device where a recurring idea or message is explored throughout a story.

A character in Romeo & Juliet who is a Franciscan friar, known for his role in the play's tragic events.

A character in Romeo & Juliet who is a Franciscan friar and a close confidant to Romeo. He attempts to help the lovers and prevent the tragic ending.

A young woman in Romeo & Juliet who is the object of Romeo's love, and their love story leads to a tragic ending.

The head of the Capulet family in Romeo & Juliet, a father who is eager to see Juliet married.

The head of the Montague family in Romeo & Juliet, a father who is deeply affected by the tragedy.

A character in Romeo & Juliet who is a wealthy nobleman and a suitor to Juliet. He is a rival of Romeo.

A character in Romeo & Juliet who is the male protagonist, a young man in love with Juliet, and their love story leads to tragedy.

A character in Romeo & Juliet, a hot-headed cousin of Juliet, known for his aggressive and violent behavior.

A character in The Hunger Games who is a girl who is the protagonist, a skilled archer and hunter, and her survival skills are tested in the Games.

A character in The Hunger Games who is a baker's son from District 12, a tribute who becomes Katniss's ally in the Games.

A character in The Hunger Games who is Katniss's younger sister, whom she is protective of and often puts herself in danger to protect.

A literary device that refers to another work of art, literary piece, or historical event, often to create a connection or add depth to the current text.

A literary device where the audience knows more than the characters in the story creating suspense and tension.

A literary device where a past event is inserted into the present, providing context or background information.

A literary device where hints or clues are given about future events in the story, creating anticipation and suspense.

A literary device used to create vivid descriptions using sensory details, appealing to the reader's senses.

A figure of speech that compares two unlike things indirectly, using words like 'like', 'as', 'than', or 'resembles'.

A literary device that uses contradictory terms together for emphasis or a jarring effect.

A group of words that express a complete thought and contain a subject and a verb.

A group of words that contains a subject and a verb, but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

A sentence that combines two or more independent clauses, usually joined by a coordinating conjunction like 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

A sentence that contains one independent clause and one or more subordinate clauses.

A grammatical structure where words or phrases are similar in form and function, creating a sense of balance and rhythm.

Mistreatment of power for personal gain or to control others.

Differences in social standing, wealth, and influence in a society.

Being controlled or oppressed by a system or authority.

Unfair treatment or disadvantages experienced by certain groups in society.

The influence of social media on how people present themselves and how others perceive them.

The use of violence as a form of entertainment or spectacle.

Romantic love between two people, often a key theme explored in literature.