Literary Devices & Effects

Question 1

What is the effect of the alliteration of the P sound?

Accepted Answer

the p sound mimics the sound of panicked breath or footsteps, the p sound reveals the urgency and pressure of the moment, The p sound mimics the quick, sharp movements

Question 2

What is the deeper effect of this simile?

Accepted Answer

It shows the character’s power.

Question 3

“Peter pounded the pavement, pushing past people in panic.” What literary device is used?

Accepted Answer

Alliteration

Question 4

“Her smile was sunshine after the storm.”

Accepted Answer

Metaphor

Question 5

“He’s a snake in the grass.”

Accepted Answer

It reveals hidden danger and betrayal

Question 6

What is the deeper effect of the metaphor in “Her smile was sunshine after the storm”?

Accepted Answer

It shows emotional relief and a positive change in tone.

Question 7

“He’s a snake in the grass.” What literary device is used?

Accepted Answer

Metaphor

Question 8

What is the effect of the personification in “The wind whispered through the trees”?

Accepted Answer

It creates a mysterious, watchful mood, suggesting nature is alive

Question 9

What is the deeper effect of the oxymoron in “The silence was deafening”?

Accepted Answer

It highlights the intense emotional tension in the moment.

Question 10

“The silence was deafening.” What literary device is used?

Accepted Answer

Oxymoron

Question 11

“The wind whispered through the trees.”

Accepted Answer

Personification

Question 12

What is the deeper effect of the personification?

Accepted Answer

It suggests winter feels oppressive and reflects emotional tension.

Question 13

“Like a lion stalking prey, she entered the room.” What literary device is used?

Accepted Answer

Simile

Question 14

What is the deeper effect of this hyperbole?

Accepted Answer

A) It emphasizes strong emotion and frustration

Question 15

“The icy grip of winter held the town hostage.” What literary device is used?

Accepted Answer

Personification

Question 16

“I’ve told you a million times.” What literary device is used?

Accepted Answer

Hyperbole

Literary Devices & Effects

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Literary Devices & Effects

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