Literary Devices Review

All of the following are characteristics of personal narratives, EXCEPT...

The feelings or atmosphere that's created through diction, setting, and descriptions; how we are made to feel as readers

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of imagery?

Which of the following represents an internal conflict?

Something (usually an object, setting or event) that represents something else (like a meaning or emotion).

Using figurative language to portray an image or experience in such a way that appeals to the five senses.

The mode of narration that an author utilizes to let the readers hear and see what takes place in a story.

When intended meaning is different from actual meaning; when a situation ends up differently than what is anticipated.

Which literary device is defined as: "A reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art"?

A memoir is about a specific moment, whereas a personal narrative talks about someone's whole life story

A speaker’s specific choice of words to emphasize a mood, tone, theme, etc.

The statement "2020 was a dumpster fire" is an example of a simile.

The tone refers to the author’s attitude toward the subject and is revealed by the author’s word choice.

The main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work

the "I" or "we" perspective of narration is third person point of view

Simile, metaphor, and personification are all examples of Figurative Language.