The Power of Literature

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of studying Literature?

  • Enhancing empathy and understanding of others
  • Becoming a better writer
  • Developing critical thinking skills
  • Improving communication skills (correct)

Which of the following examples includes a metaphor?

  • The girl is a walking dictionary.
  • They dragged the jangling, clanking, chain along.
  • The house looked as shaky as the old man who lived in it. (correct)
  • Flames devoured the building as the flames spread.

What is the definition of 'conflict' in poetry?

  • The struggle or problem in a poem (correct)
  • The arrangement of words and lines in a poem
  • The main character in a poem
  • The emotions conveyed in a poem

What should be done in order to understand a poem?

<p>Look for hidden meanings and symbols (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of studying Literature?

<p>Improved analytical skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'genre' mean in literature?

<p>A category or type of literary work (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device is used in the sentence 'The house looked as shaky as the old man who lived in it'?

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

What is the definition of 'stanza' in poetry?

<p>A group of lines forming a unit in a poem (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be done in order to understand a poem?

<p>Analyze the language and imagery used (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of studying Literature?

<p>Improving communication skills (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'plot' mean in poetry?

<p>The sequence of events (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device is used in the sentence 'They dragged the jangling, clanking, chain along'?

<p>Personification (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'persona' in poetry?

<p>The voice or speaker of a poem (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done in order to understand a poem?

<p>Consider the poet's intention (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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