Literary Terms Quiz
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Which literary term refers to the turning point of a story, typically the moment of greatest conflict or tension?

  • Conflict
  • Climax (correct)
  • Atmosphere
  • Foreshadowing
  • In poetry, which of the following terms describes a direct comparison using 'like' or 'as'?

  • Simile (correct)
  • Personification
  • Metaphor
  • Alliteration
  • What punctuation is used to indicate possession or belonging?

  • Colon
  • Comma
  • Semicolon
  • Apostrophe (correct)
  • Which term refers to a situation where the outcome is markedly different from what was expected?

    <p>Irony (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sentence fragment?

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    In the context of drama, what role typically opposes the main character?

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    Oxymoron

    A literary device that involves a statement that contradicts itself, seemingly absurd or paradoxical, but can express a greater truth.

    Symbolism

    A literary device where an object, person, or event has a deeper meaning beyond its literal significance.

    Alliteration

    A literary device where words with similar sounds are placed close together, often at the beginning of words.

    Personification

    A literary device where a nonhuman thing is given human qualities.

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    Simile

    A literary device that compares two unlike things using "like" or "as."

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    Metaphor

    A literary device that compares two unlike things without using "like" or "as."

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