Literary Devices in English Exam Part A
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Which of the following is NOT a stage of plot?

  • Resolution
  • Suspense (correct)
  • Exposition
  • Climax

    • What does the "E" in the mnemonic "Every Raven Can Fly Rapidly" stand for?

  • Falling Action
  • Climax
  • Exposition (correct)
  • Rising Action

    • Which type of conflict involves a character battling against their own thoughts or emotions?

  • External Conflict
  • Physical Conflict
  • Internal Conflict (correct)
  • Social Conflict

    • Which of the following conflict types is NOT considered an "External Conflict"?

    <p>Person vs. Themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the "Rising Action" in a story?

    <p>To build tension and introduce obstacles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the "Climax" in a story?

    <p>The point where the main character makes a critical decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the "Falling Action"?

    <p>To resolve the conflict and provide closure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term "Denouement" is also used to define which stage of plot?

    <p>Resolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary device is used in the phrase 'I’ve told you a million times!'?

    <p>Hyperbole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following literary devices is exemplified by the phrase 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.'?

    <p>Alliteration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying literary devices in a short story?

    <p>To analyze the impact of literary techniques on the story</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common literary device?

    <p>Exposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Romeo and Juliet, what literary device is used in the phrase 'My bounty is as boundless as the sea, My love as deep; the more I give to thee, The more I have.'?

    <p>Simile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to link literary devices back to the theme or character development of a story?

    <p>To analyze how the devices contribute to the overall meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using the phrase 'While the specific details of this scene aren’t clear, the overarching theme of love and tragedy is evident.' when analyzing a story?

    <p>To focus on the theme even if the specific details are unknown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a theme and a moral?

    <p>A theme explores life's meaning, while a moral gives specific advice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a foil character?

    <p>A character who is very similar to the main character but is intended to highlight the main character's flaws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of a story's setting?

    <p>The main character's backstory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method of indirect characterization?

    <p>Direct description by the author</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of conflict is characterized by a struggle against rules, norms, or systems?

    <p>Person vs. Society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of setting in a horror story?

    <p>To build suspense and create a sense of unease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is an example of an internal conflict?

    <p>A student struggling to overcome their fear of public speaking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a purpose of setting?

    <p>To develop the main character's personality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main idea of a short story called "The Haunted Mansion"?

    <p>The power of the human spirit to overcome fear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major theme in Romeo and Juliet?

    <p>The power of love to overcome all obstacles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a step in identifying the theme of a short story?

    <p>Determine the author's personal views on the subject.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the APEC paragraph technique help to analyze a literary text?

    <p>It provides a framework for analyzing a literary text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major source of conflict in the play Romeo and Juliet?

    <p>The constant threat of war between the families.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character trait BEST describes Juliet's willingness to defy her family for Romeo?

    <p>Brave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a theme in the original play Romeo and Juliet?

    <p>The dangers of technology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a character trait of Romeo?

    <p>Cowardly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does internal conflict primarily involve?

    <p>Emotional battles or decisions faced by an individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best exemplifies external conflict?

    <p>A fight between two characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary device involves comparing two contrasting ideas?

    <p>Antithesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of hyperbole?

    <p>I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is an example of ambiguity?

    <p>The word 'bark' could mean a tree's covering or a dog's sound.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of using imagery in writing?

    <p>To appeal to the five senses and create vivid experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a commonly used expression that has lost its originality?

    <p>Cliché</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'diction' refer to in literary context?

    <p>The art of choosing words effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does imagery aim to accomplish in a piece of writing?

    <p>To appeal to the senses and create vivid scenes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a simile from a metaphor?

    <p>Similes use 'like' or 'as', while metaphors do not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of personification?

    <p>To attribute human qualities to non-human things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of irony involves sarcasm?

    <p>Verbal irony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately defines an oxymoron?

    <p>Two opposites combined to create a paradox.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents an external conflict?

    <p>A character battling against societal norms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the rising action in a story?

    <p>The stage where tension builds through obstacles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Literary Devices

    • Hyperbole: A deliberate exaggeration for emphasis or effect.

    • Purpose: Creates drama, humor, or strong emotional impact.

    • Example: "I've told you a million times!"

    • Note: Identify how the exaggeration affects the mood or theme of the story.

    • Alliteration: Repetition of consonant sounds in words close together.

      • Purpose: Creates rhythm or emphasis, making the text more memorable.
      • Example: "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."
      • Note: Look for the effect on tone, mood, or emphasis in the text.

    English Exam Part A

    • Literary Devices (excluding antithesis): Identify, its use, purpose in the story

      • Exposition, rising action, climax, characterization (explain how a character is compassionate using evidence from the text), theme (identify and explain using evidence from the text).
      • Structure: Write a paragraph about the theme or character (following APEC format; answer, prove, explain, conclude).
      • Quotes: Make sure to use quotes as evidence.

    • Part B: Creative writing.

      • Romeo and Juliet: Write a creative piece of writing on the themes, characters, or emotions of the play

    Literary Devices (Updated)

    • Front: Definition and its use.

    • Back: Definition of the device. Purpose of the device. Example. Note/additional instructions.

    • These devices are in the order of appearance in the document. The notes are for all devices (hyperbole, alliteration, imagery, simile, metaphor, personification, irony) (and their uses).

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    This quiz focuses on identifying and analyzing key literary devices such as hyperbole and alliteration used in storytelling. Assess how these devices create mood, enhance themes, and contribute to character development through examples and textual evidence. Prepare to craft well-structured responses using the APEC format.

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