Which of the following is an example of atmosphere?

Main character experiencing their first snow, reminding readers of theirs

Which of the following IS an example of oxymoron

A small crowd gathered to watch the concert

Which one is the definition of theme?

A main lesson insight that is being discussed or described

What is the definition of idiom?

An expression that holds a different meaning to its literal meaning.

what is a correct example of a pun?

Why was six nervous? because seven eight nine

A figure of speech comparing 2 unlike things using, "like" or "as".

What is the definition of Juxatposition

To place opposite concepts side by side, contrasting them

Which example is a theme?

Love takes time to grow and develop

Which is NOT an example of the device (Personification)

The boy was finding a needle in a haystack

What is the correct definition of atmosphere?

The feeling surrounding the setting of the story

What's the definition of a hyperbole?

An exaggerated statement that's not meant to be taken literally

What is the definition of Analogy?

Comparing 2 things to explain something

What is an example of an Analogy?

Learning math is like looking for a needle in a haystack

What is the definition of symbolism

an object, action, or character represent another concept or deeper meaning

Which of the following is an example of mood?

The reader feeling excited when reaching the climax of a book

placing two opposite words next to each other

What is an example of an Analogy?

life is like a box of chocolates-you never know what you're gonna get

What is the correct definition of mood?

The way the text makes readers feel

Which is NOT an example of a Juxatposition

Granny loves watermelon and pineapple

Which is the correct definition of Euphemism

a mild world used to replace a harsh one

What is the correct definition of "Conflict"

struggle between 2 sides, caused by disagreements or differences in values

Which one is an example of conflict?

a character climbing a mountain to face their fear of heights

Which statement contains a metaphor, followed by a simile?

In battle, he summoned the strength of a warrior, as he fought like a bull.

which is NOT an example of Conflict?

A character living in a rich neighborhood

Which is not an example of a simile?

He was a hero because of his actions.

Which is an example of Juxtaposition

In a room full of tall and small people

A figure of speech used to compare 2 unlike things.

What is the Correct Definition of Allusion

A direct or indirect reference to a famous object, person, event or phrase

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1
Which of the following is an example of atmosphere?
This character's personality was as bright as the sun
Main character experiencing their first snow, reminding readers of theirs
A bright, sunny day where our main characters are out travelling
A character travelling outside when it suddenly starts raining cats + dogs
2
Which statement is not an example of a metaphor?
He sat like a bump on a log.
She's got a heart of gold.
He cried a river of tears when he lost the game.
He was so hungry, he could eat the whole table.
3
Which of the following IS an example of oxymoron
He was brave as a lion
Time is money, so spend it wisely
She's sweet as honey
A small crowd gathered to watch the concert
4
Which one is the definition of theme?
Refering to something indirectly, like a hint.
A main lesson insight that is being discussed or described
Figure of speech that compares two things using "like" or "as"
When an object, person or event represents a deeper meaning or idea
5
Definition: The place or type of surroundings when something is positioned or where an event takes place
Setting
Conflict
Mood vs. Atmosphere
Theme
6
Which of the following is NOT an example of oxymoron
She is as light as a feather
The food was awfully good
There was a deafening silence in the room
We'll use plastic glasses at the picnic
7
Which is the correct example of the device (Personification)
The sun is smiling
Im so hungry I could eat a horse
The world is a stage
Its raining cats and dogs
8
What is the definition of idiom?
compares two things, usually by stating one thing is another.
Figure of speech used to replace harsh or unpleasant words.
An expression that holds a different meaning to its literal meaning.
exaggerated comparisons or overstatements for emphasis and literary effect
9
what is a correct example of a pun?
what month of the year has 28 days? All of them.
Why was six nervous? because seven eight nine
Its easy to make fun of short people. Always goes over their head
Did you hear about the dull pencil? it was pointless.
10
When an author is describing a character to be free, grown, and matured. What symbol might they use?
an apple
a ball from a famous bluejays game
a bracelet
a butterfly
11
Definition: Human traits given to non-human things
Juxtaposition
Allusion
Analogy
Personification
12
A Simile is...
A comparison used to provide explanation.
An object/idea that represents something that it is not.
A figure of speech using "like" or "as" to contrast 2 like things.
A figure of speech comparing 2 unlike things using, "like" or "as".
13
What is the definition of Juxatposition
A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing of a diffent kind
A figure of speech used to replace harsh or unpleasant words
To place opposite concepts side by side, contrasting them
A indirect reference to an external idea
14
Which example is a theme?
Love is an abstract concept
The meaning of love
Love takes time to grow and develop
Love versus betrayal
15
Which is NOT an example of the device (Personification)
The wind whispered secrets
The sun smilled down on us
The waves danced and crashed against the shore
The boy was finding a needle in a haystack
16
An author is constantly talking about a rose for a period of the characters life. What is the rose a symbolism of?
the author really likes flowers
the character likes dogs
the character is in love
the character wants to go swimming
17
What is the correct definition of atmosphere?
How the characters feel throughout the story
How the reader perceives the feelings behind a story
How the author wrote the feeling of the story
The feeling surrounding the setting of the story
18
What is an example of an idiom?
"Actions speak louder than words"
"From the gecko"
"Branches like fingers in the night"
"Let the cat out of the bag"
19
What's the definition of a hyperbole?
An exaggerated statement that's meant to be taken literally
A statement that's not meant literally
An exaggerated statement that's not meant to be taken literally
An exaggerated statement that's meant to be harmful
20
Which is the correct example of the device (Setting)
A street
The celebratory mood at the party
An intense courtroom
The gloomy weather
21
What is the definition of Analogy?
Combines 2 opposite terms together
Struggle or problem characters face
When you exaggerate something
Comparing 2 things to explain something
22
What is an example of an Analogy?
Learning math is like looking for a needle in a haystack
He is unfortunately no longer with us
As slow as a sloth
Night and Day
23
What is the definition of symbolism
a reference to something famous or well known
an object, action, or character represent another concept or deeper meaning
a direct comparison, without using "like" or "as"
The context in which irony takes place
24
Which is NOT an example of the device (Setting)
landscape
Time of day
cold fire
clothes
25
Which of the following is NOT an example of Allusion?
Im the Juliet to your Romeo
I love my bestfriend Jack
His dog was his Achilles heel
Her backyard looks like the garden of Eden
26
Which of the following is an example of mood?
A pencil becoming sentient and expressing emotions
The main character undergoing grief after losing a loved one/companion
The author writing the story under the influence of a certain feeling
The reader feeling excited when reaching the climax of a book
27
Which is not an example of euphemism
the soldier was missing in action
she passed away last night
she was let go from her job
the project was a failure
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A Oxymoron is...
placing two similar words together in the same sentance
a comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind
a comparison made to show how two things are similar
placing two opposite words next to each other
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What is an example of an Analogy?
Grandpa is older than dirt
At the drop of a hat
life is like a box of chocolates-you never know what you're gonna get
This is just the false truth
30
What is the correct definition of mood?
The way the text makes readers feel
The way the reader feels
None of the above
The way the setting makes the characters feel
31
Which is NOT an example of a Juxatposition
Mary loves dipping her nuggets in sweet and sour sauce
He would like to get justice and revenge for his friend
Granny loves watermelon and pineapple
People are fighting for war and peace
32
Which is the correct definition of Euphemism
a mild world used to replace a harsh one
a statement using harsh words in order to display emotion
a harsh word used to replace a mild one
Putting 2 opposites together to highlight difference.
33
What is the correct definition of "Conflict"
an exaggeration, not meant to be taken literally
a subject or pervasive idea through a narrative
struggle between 2 sides, caused by disagreements or differences in values
two concepts being used to show contrast
34
Which one is an example of conflict?
2 characters, one who lives in the mountain, and one who lives in the city
a character whose hobby is mountain climbing
a character living near a mountain
a character climbing a mountain to face their fear of heights
35
Which statement contains a metaphor, followed by a simile?
He looked just like a lion as he fought in battle.
He was a warrior. He fought like a bull.
Just as a warrior, he fought with the strength of a bull
In battle, he summoned the strength of a warrior, as he fought like a bull.
36
which is NOT an example of Conflict?
a character being treated unjustly by the legal system
a character fighting with their bestfriend over cheating on a test
a character dealing with the grief of losing a loved one
A character living in a rich neighborhood
37
Which is not an example of a simile?
He ran for the bus like a dog was chasing him.
That baby was as cute as a button.
He was a hero because of his actions.
He cried like a baby when he lost the game.
38
Which is an example of Juxtaposition
Everyone is so young and immature these days
Both a circle and an oval have curv lines
There is a lot of kind and nice people in this room
In a room full of tall and small people
39
A Metaphor is...
A figure of speech used to compare 2 unlike things.
2 Things that contrast seen together
A figure of speech using, "like" or "as" to compeare 2 unlike things.
A comparison used to provide explanation.
40
Which is not an example of an idiom?
"Hit the nail on the head"
"Break a leg"
"A piece of cake"
"Kick the bucket"
41
What is the Correct Definition of Allusion
A play on words that have similar meaning
A direct or indirect reference to a famous object, person, event or phrase
A deceptive appearance or impression
A phrase that holds a different meaning than its literal meaning
42
Which is an example of euphemism
we are deciding to downsize
he was very old
I am broke
she was very sick
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Which is NOT a correct example of Allusion from the book
Maverick
Emmet Till
Beyonce
Tupac

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