Literary Devices and Language Terms

What is an example of hyperbole?

The wind whispered through the trees.

A dove symbolizes peace.

Her smile was as bright as the sun.

I'm so hungry I could eat a horse. (correct)

Which term describes giving human qualities to non-human things?

Simile

Metaphor

Alliteration

Personification (correct)

What literary device is characterized by a comparison using 'like' or 'as'?

Imagery

Personification

Simile (correct)

Metaphor

Which option is a type of language technique related to word choice?

Diction Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of onomatopoeia?

Buzz, hiss, bang. Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device highlights a contrast between expectation and reality?

Irony Signup and view all the answers

What does imagery aim to achieve in writing?

Create mental images for the reader Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the attitude a writer conveys towards a subject?

Tone Signup and view all the answers

What does foreshadowing provide in a story?

A hint of a future event Signup and view all the answers

Which rhetorical device appeals to an audience's emotions?

Pathos Signup and view all the answers

What type of scene is a flashback?

A retrospective scene Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a group of words with a subject and a verb?

Clause Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using rhetorical questions?

To emphasize a point Signup and view all the answers

Which rhetorical device is primarily concerned with logic and facts?

Logos Signup and view all the answers

Which element provides additional information about other words in a sentence?

Modifiers Signup and view all the answers

What technique involves repeating words or phrases for emphasis?

Repetition Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of literary devices in writing?

To enhance writing and convey meaning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes symbolism in literature?

An object representing something beyond its literal meaning Signup and view all the answers

How does diction affect the interpretation of a text?

By affecting the tone and reader's perception Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a simile and a metaphor?

Similes use 'like' or 'as', while metaphors do not Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is primarily associated with the arrangement of words to create meaning?

Syntax Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of alliteration?

She sells sea shells by the sea shore Signup and view all the answers

What effect does imagery have on the reader?

It creates mental pictures and enhances understanding Signup and view all the answers

What role does tone play in writing?

It conveys the writer's attitude towards the subject Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of foreshadowing in a narrative?

To create suspense about future events Signup and view all the answers

Which rhetorical device is primarily concerned with establishing the speaker's credibility?

Ethos Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashback typically provide in a story?

Background information about a character's past Signup and view all the answers

Which element describes a group of words that includes a subject and a verb and can stand alone?

Clause Signup and view all the answers

Repetition in writing primarily serves what function?

To highlight key concepts and create emphasis Signup and view all the answers

Which rhetorical device involves posing a question without the expectation of an answer?

Rhetorical question Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of pathos in persuasive writing?

To appeal to the reader's emotions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a modifier in a sentence?

She quickly ran Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device involves an exaggerated statement to emphasize a point?

Hyperbole Signup and view all the answers

What technique involves arranging words to create well-formed sentences that can influence the reader's understanding and effect?

Syntax Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best captures the essence of symbolism in literature?

Employing objects or figures to represent larger concepts Signup and view all the answers

Identify the technique primarily used to create mental images in writing.

Imagery Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of alliteration in literary composition?

To generate rhythm and musicality Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the speaker's or writer's attitude towards the subject in their work?

Tone Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following devices uses direct comparisons without employing 'like' or 'as'?

Metaphor Signup and view all the answers

What does the use of irony in literature often highlight?

A contradiction between expectations and reality Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of foreshadowing in a narrative?

To create suspense about future events. Signup and view all the answers

Which rhetorical device aims to enhance the speaker's reliability?