Figurative Language, Tone, and Mood Flashcards

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Crash, bang, buzz, swish, and splash are all examples of what type of figurative language?

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Onomatopoeia

Answer explanation

Crash, bang, buzz, swish, and splash are examples of onomatopoeia, which refers to words that phonetically imitate the sounds they describe. This makes 'Onomatopoeia' the correct choice.

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"The ship sailed swiftly towards the shore" is an example of which type of figurative language?

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Alliteration

Answer explanation

The phrase "The ship sailed swiftly towards the shore" contains alliteration, as the initial 's' sound in 'ship' and 'swiftly' is repeated, creating a rhythmic effect. This makes alliteration the correct choice.

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"Her eyes were like a deep ocean filled with endless mystery." This is an example of ____________________.

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Simile

Answer explanation

This sentence uses 'like' to compare her eyes to a deep ocean, which is a hallmark of simile. Similes explicitly compare two different things using 'like' or 'as', making 'simile' the correct choice.

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"The man was a constant and steady rock." This is an example of:

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Metaphor

Answer explanation

The phrase "The man was a constant and steady rock" compares the man to a rock, suggesting stability. This is a metaphor, as it directly equates the man with a rock without using 'like' or 'as', unlike a simile.

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"The eerie silence was shattered by her scream." This is an example of:

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Imagery

Answer explanation

The phrase "The eerie silence was shattered by her scream" creates a vivid mental picture, appealing to the senses. This use of descriptive language is an example of imagery, as it evokes strong visual and auditory sensations.

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"The sunlight kissed her head as the gentle breeze whispered in her ear." This is an example of:

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Personification

Answer explanation

This sentence uses personification by attributing human qualities to non-human elements: sunlight 'kissing' and breeze 'whispering'. This literary device enhances imagery and emotional connection.

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"I was surprised his nose was not growing like Pinoccho's." This is an example of an _____________.

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Allusion

Answer explanation

This is an allusion, as it references the character Pinocchio, known for his nose growing when he lies. The comparison highlights dishonesty without directly stating it, making it an indirect reference.

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'You are like a ray of sunshine!' is an example of:

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metaphor

Answer explanation

'You are like a ray of sunshine!' is a simile because it directly compares someone to a ray of sunshine using 'like'. It highlights a similarity, making it a figurative expression rather than a literal one.

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This term means to use a strong exaggeration:

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hyperbole

Answer explanation

The term 'hyperbole' refers to a strong exaggeration used for emphasis or effect. It is distinct from personification, idioms, and onomatopoeia, which serve different linguistic purposes.

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'That test was a breeze!' is an example of:

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idiom

Answer explanation

'That test was a breeze!' is an idiom, meaning it was easy. Idioms are phrases where the meaning isn't deducible from the individual words, unlike personification, onomatopoeia, or similes.