10R Final Review

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What does 'personification' mean in literature?

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Giving human characteristics to non-human things.

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Which of the following best describes 'repetition' in literature?

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The repeated use of words, phrases, or structures for emphasis.

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How can an author’s use of tone influence a reader’s interpretation of a story’s events?

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It shapes the reader’s emotional response and understanding of the events.

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Which of the following sentences uses symbolism?

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The red rose wilted in the vase, forgotten.

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What is 'characterization'?

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The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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What is 'theme' in literature?

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The central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

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Define 'metaphor'.

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is 'imagery' in literature?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

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What does 'setting' refer to in a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is 'conflict' in literature?

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The struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.