Which sentence contains emotive language?

"The helpless puppy whimpered as the storm raged outside."

Which sentence best creates a suspenseful mood?

"The floorboards creaked as he stepped into the dark, empty hallway."

Which sentence contains foreshadowing?

"As she left, a chill ran down her spine—something felt off."

What is alliteration?

The repetition of consonant sounds at the start of words

A recurring symbol, theme, or idea throughout a text

The repetition of a word / phrase at the beginning of consecutive sentences

What is foreshadowing?

A hint or clue about what will happen later in the story

What is emotive language?

Words that create strong emotional reactions in the reader

Which of the following is an example of anaphora?

"Every day, every night, every moment, I think of you."

The writer’s attitude toward the subject or audience

Which sentence contains visual imagery?

"The golden sun dipped, painting the sky in hues of crimson and violet."

Which of these sentences has a serious tone?

"The news hit him like a tidal wave—there was no escape from the truth."

What is mood in a text?

The emotional atmosphere created by the writing

Which sentence contains a simile?

"She danced like a leaf in the wind."

The use of two opposite ideas to highlight difference

What is a rhetorical question?

A question that does not require an answer

Which sentence contains a metaphor?

"His words were daggers, sharp and cruel."

Which sentence demonstrates contrast?

"The warm, glowing fire flickered in the cold, dark night."

Which of the following is an example of symbolism?

"A red rose representing love."

When an object, character, or event represents a deeper meaning

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1
Which sentence contains emotive language?
"The cat sat on the windowsill."
"The helpless puppy whimpered as the storm raged outside."
"The sky turned a deep shade of red."
"She walked into the room and sat down."
2
Which sentence best creates a suspenseful mood?
"She giggled as she spun in circles."
"The sun shone brightly on the clear blue water."
"The old house was made of bricks and wood."
"The floorboards creaked as he stepped into the dark, empty hallway."
3
Which sentence contains foreshadowing?
"The waves crashed rhythmically on the shore."
"The moon was a silver coin in the sky."
"As she left, a chill ran down her spine—something felt off."
"He was as tall as a giant."
4
What is alliteration?
A direct comparison between two things
The repetition of consonant sounds at the start of words
The repetition of vowel sounds in words
A recurring symbol or theme
5
What is a motif?
The repetition of a word at the start of sentences
A recurring symbol, theme, or idea throughout a text
The use of extreme exaggeration
A direct comparison without using ‘like’ or ‘as’
6
What is anaphora?
A question that doesn’t need an answer
The use of strong descriptive imagery
A comparison using ‘like’ or ‘as’
The repetition of a word / phrase at the beginning of consecutive sentences
7
What is foreshadowing?
A hint or clue about what will happen later in the story
The repetition of consonant sounds
A question that does not require an answer
The use of words to create sensory experiences
8
What is emotive language?
A direct comparison between two things
Words that create strong emotional reactions in the reader
The use of a narrator in a text
The repetition of the same vowel sounds
9
Which of the following is an example of anaphora?
"The cold wind howled through the night."
"Every day, every night, every moment, I think of you."
"His anger was a raging fire."
"She was as swift as a deer in flight."
10
What is tone?
A literary device that hints at future events
The writer’s attitude toward the subject or audience
The time and place in which the story is set
The repetition of vowel sounds
11
Which sentence contains visual imagery?
"He was as strong as a lion."
"The golden sun dipped, painting the sky in hues of crimson and violet."
"The clock ticked loudly in the silence."
"She walked quickly down the road."
12
Which of these sentences has a serious tone?
"She skipped through the fields, laughing as the wind played with her hair"
"The cat jumped onto the table, knocking over the vase with a crash."
"The news hit him like a tidal wave—there was no escape from the truth."
"Why do you always leave your shoes in the hallway?"
13
What is mood in a text?
The main character’s internal conflict
A comparison between two unrelated things
The location where the story takes place
The emotional atmosphere created by the writing
14
Which sentence contains a simile?
"His heart was a block of ice."
The stars shone brightly in the sky."
"She danced like a leaf in the wind."
"The wind whispered through the trees."
15
What is contrast?
The repetition of consonant sounds
The use of two opposite ideas to highlight difference
A figure of speech comparing two things
A reference to another literary work
16
What is a rhetorical question?
A question that repeats for effect
A question that does not require an answer
A question that uses exaggeration
A question used to gather information
17
Which sentence contains a metaphor?
"She ran as fast as the wind."
"Why do you always say that?"
"The leaves rustled in the trees."
"His words were daggers, sharp and cruel."
18
Which sentence demonstrates contrast?
"The rain dripped from the leaves."
"She was as gentle as a lamb."
"The warm, glowing fire flickered in the cold, dark night."
"The stars twinkled in the sky."
19
Which of the following is an example of symbolism?
"A red rose representing love."
"She walked through the door, nervous but excited."
"His laughter was like a melody."
"The waves crashed against the shore."
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What is symbolism?
The use of descriptive language
When an object, character, or event represents a deeper meaning
A direct comparison using ‘like’ or ‘as’
A question used for persuasion

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