6 Questions
Which literary device involves a written or spoken conversational exchange between two or more people?
Dialogue
What is the term for language that varies from the norms of literal language and is considered an ornament of language?
Figurative language
Which literary device involves inserting an earlier or past event into the present or normal chronological order of a narrative?
Flashback
What is the term for an author hinting at certain plot developments that may occur later in the story?
Foreshadowing
Which of the following refers to the perspective from which a story is told?
Point of view
What is the term for the story's time and place?
Setting
Test your knowledge of literary devices commonly used in nonfiction writing by selecting the correct statements from a list. From characters and dialogue to imagery and tone, this quiz covers various aspects of incorporating literary devices into nonfiction writing.
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