What is the definition of simile?

A comparison of 2 unlike things using like or as

What is the definition of dramatic irony?

when the reader knows a truth that the characters do not

An example of indirect characterization is

The bell rang and Martin groaned loudly

An example of direct characterization is

"A very social girl, Keyiara was elected in a landslide!"

What is the definition of personification?

Giving human characteristics to a nonhuman thing

Which is the definition of plot?

The main events in a play or story

Something that represents a more abstract idea

Which is the definition of alliteration?

The repetition of letters or sound in a series of words

Which are examples of figurative language?

simile, metaphor, personification

What is the definition of situational irony?

when the ending of a story contradicts readers’ expectations

What is the definition of irony as a whole?

a figure of speech contradicting what is expected vs happens

Considered any problem or issue within a story.

What is the definition of a metaphor?

Comparing two things that are unalike

What is an example of alliteration?

Sam sold sea shells on the sandy sea shore.

What is the definition of verbal irony?

The opposite of what they really feel or mean

What is the definition for characterization?

The act of describing a character or qualities of someone.

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1
Which is an example of personification?
He was as slow as a sloth
The tree's danced in the wind
I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!
I'm starving!
2
How many elements of plot are there?
3
5
2
4
3
What is the definition of simile?
The main or central character in the story
A comparison of 2 unlike things using like or as
The feelings a reader gets from the story
The way an author reveals a character's personality
4
What is the definition of dramatic irony?
when characters in a story suddenly realize the truth
when one character understands a truth that others don't
when the reader knows a truth that the characters do not
when the ending of a story contradicts readers’ expectations
5
An example of indirect characterization is
The group was comprised of friendly, dedicated individuals
Lynn shifted from foot to foot as she was getting bored
He had always been a stubborn player
The bell rang and Martin groaned loudly
6
An example of direct characterization is
"Julian thought about how to approach his boss for days..."
"A very social girl, Keyiara was elected in a landslide!"
"Jorge could not imagine his life without her..."
"Eli put his empty wallet away and cried."
7
What is the definition of personification?
A comparison using like or as
Giving human characteristics to a nonhuman thing
Saying something is something but it ain't
A descriptive phrase that is not literally true
8
Which is the definition of plot?
The main events in a play or story
The subject of a talk or a piece of a writing
Visually descriptive or figurative language
A scene in a movie set to an earlier time
9
What is symbolism?
Something that represents a more abstract idea
Repetition of sounds
The literal meaning of a word
A comparison between two things
10
Identify this plot element: The most suspenseful moment of highest point of tension in the story
Rising Action
Resolution
Climax
Falling Action
11
Define Theme
The overall meaning or moral of the story
The life lesson
All of the above
What the story teaches us
12
What Type of Conflict Does This Show
Person Vs Person
Person Vs Nature
Person Vs Self
Person Vs District
13
Which is the definition of alliteration?
Comparing two unalike things using like or as
The repetition of letters or sound in a series of words
An exaggerated statement so dramatic it is unbelievable.
Language that appeals to the senses
14
Which are examples of figurative language?
verbs, nouns, and adjectives
simile, metaphor, personification
integrity, persistence, ownership
paraphrasing, underlining, highlighting
15
Identify this plot element: These events lead to the end of the story.
Exposition
Rising Action
Resolution
Falling Action
16
What is the definition of situational irony?
when the ending of a story contradicts readers’ expectations
when one character understands a truth that others don't
when the reader knows a truth that the characters do not
when characters in a story suddenly realize the truth
17
What Type of Conflict Does This Show
Person Vs Technology
Person Vs Nature
Person Vs Person
Person Vs Self
18
In a plot diagram, which comes first?
Resolution
Falling Action
Rising Action
Exposition
19
What is the definition of irony as a whole?
my work ethic
funny stuff
a figure of speech contradicting what is expected vs happens
comparing two ideas or thoughts
20
What are the two types of characterization?
relatable and indirect
direct and indirect
direct and subtle
modern and old-fashioned
21
What is a conflict?
Only considered a verbal altercation.
Only considered a physical altercation.
Considered any problem or issue within a story.
Only considered a turning point.
22
How many types of irony are there?
3
1
2
6
23
What are the 2 main types of conflict?
internal and external
pro and anti
local and international
character and character
24
What Type of Conflict Does This Show
Person Vs Self
Person Vs Person
Person Vs Technology
Person Vs Society
25
Identify this plot element: These events include the ending of the story.
Climax
Exposition
Conflict
Resolution
26
Which is a hyperbole?
My friend’s kids get along like cats and dogs.
The wind whispered through dry grass.
It was dark and dim in the forest.
Your suitcase weighs a ton!
27
What is the definition of a metaphor?
Comparing two things that are unalike
Giving human like characteristics objects and animals
The repetition of a consonance sound in a sentence
Comparing two things unalike things using like or as
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What is an example of alliteration?
Sam sold sea shells on the sandy sea shore.
The ugly duck got stuck in the muck.
Pow! Boom! Crash!
The sun is like a yellow ball of fire in the sky.
29
What Type of Conflict Does This Show
Person Vs Person
Person Vs Society
Person Vs Nature
Person Vs Technolgy
30
What is the definition of verbal irony?
The opposite of what they really feel or mean
None of the above
The audience is aware of something but the actors are not
What you think is happening really happens
31
Identify this plot element: These events lead to the climax of the story.
Rising Action
Exposition
Falling Action
Resolution
32
Which is an example of a simile?
The picture spoke to me
My feet are killing me
She is as thin as a skeleton
I can't go another day without WiFi!
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What is the definition for characterization?
An object that represents a bigger picture.
The central idea of a text.
How the author feels about the character.
The act of describing a character or qualities of someone.
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Which is an example of a metaphor?
The wind was like a howling wolf.
None of the above.
The wind was as loud as a howling wolf.
The wind was a howling wolf.

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