Which is a correct example of expletive?

I’m so frustrated right now, darn it!

Which is a correct example of sound devices.

The bees buzzed by the blooming flowers

opposite statements convey meaning that's different from literal/expected.

A figure of speech that replaced a harsh term with a milder term.

a phrase that means something different from what the words actually say.

A figure of speech that compares two things using the words "like" or "as".

what is a correct use of irony?

A firefighter is charged with arson

Which Sentence Uses a Similie?

Her eyes were as blue as the ocean.

Which is a correct example of pun

Why was the math book sad? Because it had too many problems.

Similar ideas expressed in similar structure for emphasis/clarity.

A humorous wordplay using multiple meanings.

A figure of speech combining two contradictory terms to make a new meaning

The highest point of tension or conflict in a story.

Which is a correct example of Allusion?

He was a real Romeo with the ladies.

Which is a correct example of Climax.

Stars Wars: Vader reveals he’s Luke’s father.

What are Sound Devices?

literary techniques that create auditory effects, like rhyme and rhythm.

When an author references a person, place, event, or work to add depth.

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1
Which is a correct example of expletive?
It’s a good day to be me
Goodbye, have a good day
I love you
I’m so frustrated right now, darn it!
2
Which is a correct example of sound devices.
The bees buzzed by the blooming flowers
The sun sang to the flowers
Her laughter was like music to my ears.
The raindrops danced on the roof.
3
What is irony?
Irony is a grammatical error that occurs when a word is used incorrectly.
Irony is a type of poetry.
opposite statements convey meaning that's different from literal/expected.
Irony is a type of metal used in ancient Mesopotamia during the dinosaurs.
4
What is a Euphemism
a figure of speech that exaggerates or embellishes the truth.
A figure of speech that deliberately uses vague or misleading words.
A type of religion
A figure of speech that replaced a harsh term with a milder term.
5
A pun is shortened word in the English language. It’s original meaning is punctuation.
True
False
6
An expletive is an an oath or swear word.
False
True
7
Irony is a literary device where contrast or incongruity between expectation and reality creates a significant effect.
False
True
8
What is an Idiom?
a phrase that means something different from what the words actually say.
Idiom is a way of speaking used by robots in science fiction movies.
Idiom is a type of dance popular in the UK.
Idiom is a type of fruit that can only be found in tropical regions.
9
Sound devices are devices of sound where sound travels through devices, creating sound.
False
True
10
A Similie Is?
A type of noun that refers to a person, place, or thing.
A type of punctuation used to connect two independent clauses.
A type of verb that shows a state of being.
A figure of speech that compares two things using the words "like" or "as".
11
which is a correct example of parallelism.
I came, I saw, and the conquering was done
Life is a journey, a marathon, and a long winding road.
To be or not to be, that is the question, to live or to die, is the option.
Easy come, easy go.
12
what is a correct use of irony?
A doctor dates a nurse
A pilot is afraid of bugs
A firefighter loves cats
A firefighter is charged with arson
13
Euphemism is a figure of speech that uses words or phrases that are deliberately ambiguous or vague.
False
True
14
Which is a correct example of Oxymoron.
Fishy shrimp.
Jumbo shrimp
The cure for boredom is boredom
You see, I see, i see what you see.
15
Which Sentence Uses a Similie?
The stars were shining brightly in the sky.
The wind whispered through the trees.
Her eyes were as blue as the ocean.
The sun set behind the mountains.
16
Which is a correct example of pun
Why was the son sad? Because his father left him.
Why did the bat break? Because it was flimsy.
Why was the math book sad? Because it had too many problems.
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What is Parallelism?
A form of poetic poetisism
The use of periods in sentences.
The act of being parallel
Similar ideas expressed in similar structure for emphasis/clarity.
18
What is a pun.
A pun is a type of English device used in medieval times.
Pun refers to a type of comma, used to separate who and like.
Pun refers to a type of literary device that is popular in England
A humorous wordplay using multiple meanings.
19
Allusion is a type of magic founded by Sual Fairman. He was later hanged for his acts of violence and witchcraft.
True
False
20
What is an expletive.
an oath or swear word.
A word your not allowed to say
Expletive refers to a type of insect that is found in tropical regions.
21
What is an Oxymoron?
a figure of speech that compares two things using “like” or “as”.
A figure of speech combining two contradictory terms to make a new meaning
A figure of speech that repeat’s the same two words in a sentence.
22
Which is the best example of Idiom.
Bite the bullet
A penny for your thoughts
The cat’s pajamas
Break a leg
23
An Idiom is a Shakespearean way of calling someone an idiot.
True
False
24
What is Climax
the point in the story when the main character achieves their goal.
the highest point of the story when the main character dies
The highest point of tension or conflict in a story.
Climax refers to the moment in the story when the villain is defeated.
25
Oxymoron is a term used back in the 1800s that referred to an Ox with below average intelligence compared to others.
False
True
26
Which is a correct example of Allusion?
He was a real Romeo with the ladies.
She has a heart of stone, like Medusa
My teacher rocks.
‘Twas the best of times, it was the worst of times, like that Taylor swift.
27
Which is a correct example of Climax.
Harry Potter: The Climax occurs when Harry goes to Hogwarts
In The Hunger Games, the climax occurs when Katniss wins the games
Stars Wars: Vader reveals he’s Luke’s father.
In Romeo and Juliet, the climax occurs when Romeo dies by suicide.
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What are Sound Devices?
Sound Devices help scientists scare bats in Africa to keep themselves safe.
Sound devices are machines that produce music or other sounds.
literary techniques that create auditory effects, like rhyme and rhythm.
Sound devices are devices made by Tim Apple.
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Climax is a point of maximum tension or conflict in a story that usually occurs near the end of the narrative arc.
True
False
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Parallelism is when similar or related ideas are expressed in a similar grammatical structure. Often used for emphasis.
False
True
31
Simile is a literary device that compares two different things using the words "like" or "than".
False
True
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What is allusion?
A type of language used by English teachers to confuse their students.
A type of cunfusion gained when trying to learn about English
A linguistic tool used to make up words and phrases that don’t really exist
When an author references a person, place, event, or work to add depth.
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Which is a correct example of Euphemism.
She passed away
We immediately fired him.
We hate his guts. We despise him with every fiber of our being
He is the stupidest man I’ve ever met.

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