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1
Which of the following pairs both have
negative
connotations?
Childish / Pushy
Confident / Unique
Youthful / Persistent
Assertive / Ambitious
2
"The fire station burned down yesterday
” is what kind of irony?
Verbal
Dramatic
Sarcastic
Situational
3
What happens when a writer ignores connotation in word choice?
The grammar will be incorrect
Their text may sound too emotional
Readers may misinterpret tone or intent
The story becomes too imaginative
4
“
She smirked when she saw his score.
” What does “
smirked
” suggest that “
smiled
” does not?
Mocking or arrogance
Fear or nervousness
Genuine happiness
Emotional support
5
Which feature is most typical of an informal definition?
Complete sentence using passive voice
Specific terminology from academic sources
Use of analogies or relatable situations
Objective and impersonal tone
6
"I’ve told you a million times
!” is an example of:
Metaphor
Simile
Allusion
Hyperbole
7
Which device compares something to a historical or cultural event?
Allusion
Symbolism
Epistrophe
Irony
8
“That test was a piece of cake.”
What device is this?
Symbolism
Metaphor
Irony
Hyperbole
9
Which pair of words has similar dictionary meanings but different emotional impact?
“Cheap” and “Affordable”
“Smile” and “Frown”
“Desk” and “Table”
““Big” and “Huge”
10
What is the primary motivation that drives Edmond Dantès throughout most of the film?
Love for Mercédès
Revenge against those who betrayed him
Loyalty to the king
Desire for wealth
11
Which phrase carries a
negative
connotation?
He believes in himself.
He’s full of himself.
He works hard.
He’s very confident.
12
What makes this definition informal?
"Photosynthesis is kind of like how plants eat sunlight to stay alive."
It uses scientific language
It lists all the parts of a process
It includes personal opinion
It uses third-person perspective
13
Which sentence contains a metaphor?
Her feet moved as if floating.
Her joy was sunshine spilling into the room.
She danced like a leaf in the wind.
She looked like she was glowing.
14
Which sentence uses
personification
?
The wind whispered through the trees
He was strong as a bull
She ran like the wind
It was a bright day
15
“
The broken clock on the wall ticked no more — like their relationship.
” What device is this?
Simile
Personification
Hyperbole
Symbolism
16
. What does Abbé Faria help Edmond Dantès do while they are in prison?
Learn how to read and fight
Escape through a tunnel
Stay angry at his enemies
Write letters to Mercédès
17
Which sentence contains a formal definition?
I think democracy is when people speak their minds.
Democracy is a government by the people.
In my opinion, democracy is really just a group chat with rules.
A democracy is like when everyone gets to vote on pizza toppings.
18
Which sentence is an
oxymoron
?
Deafening silence
Cold snow
Big smile
Red-hot chili
19
What tone does the phrase “He stormed into the room” suggest?
Nervous and confused
Joyful and lighthearted
Angry and intense
Relaxed and calm
20
Juxtaposition
is
Placing contrasting ideas side by side
Repeating words at the start
Combining similar words
Giving objects human traits
21
Which sentence uses a word with a strong positive connotation?
The company cut corners on everything.
The company was cheap with its resources.
Their spending habits were stingy.
The team was frugal and focused.
22
What is the purpose of repetition devices like anaphora or epistrophe?
To give historical references
To explain technical definitions
To add rhythm and emphasis
To introduce conflict
23
Which literary device is most evident in Edmond's return as the Count of Monte Cristo?
Allusion
Hyperbole
Irony
Symbolism
24
How does connotation influence the message in a sentence?
It adds rhythm and rhyme
It changes how the reader emotionally reacts
It increases word count
It clarifies the literal definition
25
Which situation would benefit MOST from a formal definition?
Explaining a slang word to a friend
Writing a research report on viruses
Talking to a classmate during lunch
Posting a story on Instagram
