Figurative Language Pretest

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things or abstract concepts. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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Define tone in literature.

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style. It can be described as serious, humorous, sarcastic, etc.

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What is a cliche?

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A cliche is an overused expression or idea that has lost its originality and impact due to excessive use, such as 'time heals all wounds.'

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Explain the structure of a text.

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The structure of a text refers to how it is organized, including the arrangement of ideas, paragraphs, and chapters, which helps convey the author's message.

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What is a symbol in literature?

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A symbol is an object, character, figure, or color used to represent abstract ideas or concepts, such as a dove representing peace.

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What is the difference between mood and tone?

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Mood is the emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing, while tone is the author's attitude toward the subject. Mood affects the reader's feelings, whereas tone reflects the author's perspective.

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Define metaphor.

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other, such as 'Time is a thief.'

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What is diction?

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Diction refers to the choice of words and style of expression used by an author, which can influence the tone and mood of the text.

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What does imagery mean in literature?

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Imagery involves using descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures for the reader, appealing to the senses.

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning, such as 'kick the bucket' meaning to die.