English 9R Vocabulary Step One

Giving human traits and characteristics to inanimate objects and animals

Answer explanation

The correct answer is personification, which is the literary device that gives human traits and characteristics to inanimate objects and animals, making them relatable and vivid in storytelling.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

A figure of speech where the author makes reference to a subject matter such as a place, event, pop culture, or literary work, and it is up to the reader to make a connection to the subject being mentioned.

• flashback

• motif

• tone

• allusion

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'allusion' because it refers to a figure of speech where the author makes a reference to a subject, allowing the reader to connect it to the mentioned subject matter.

Tags

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6

The author’s specific choice of words that add meaning to and enrich the text.

• diction

• allusion

• tone

• mood

Answer explanation

The author's specific choice of words that enrich the text is referred to as diction. Diction involves the selection of words to convey precise meaning and tone, making it the correct answer.

Tags

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6

The author uses words and phrases to create “mental images” for the reader, appealing to all of the reader’s senses.

Answer explanation

The author uses imagery to create vivid mental images that appeal to the reader's senses. This technique enhances the reader's experience by allowing them to visualize and feel the described scenes.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

A literary device where words begin with letters belonging to the same sound group, creating a repetition of similar sounds in the sentence.

• allusion

• alliteration

• diction

• verbal irony

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'alliteration', which refers to the repetition of initial consonant sounds in a series of words. This literary device enhances rhythm and mood in writing, unlike the other options listed.

Tags

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6

The perspective or attitude of the author. It helps the reader understand the writer’s feelings towards a particular topic, influencing the reader’s understanding of the story.

• mood

• theme

• symbol

• tone

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'tone' because it refers to the author's perspective or attitude towards a topic, which shapes the reader's understanding of the narrative. Mood relates to the atmosphere, while theme and symbol serve different functions.

Tags

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6

When an object or action means something more than its literal meaning

Answer explanation

Symbolism occurs when an object or action represents a deeper meaning beyond its literal interpretation, making it the correct choice for this question.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

The physical or emotional description of a character. The character can be described directly by the author (eg: Jane is angry) or indirectly through the actions, thoughts, and speech of the character (eg: Jane threw her glass across the room).

• flashback

• characterization

• conflict

• diction

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'characterization' as it refers to the physical or emotional description of a character, either directly by the author or indirectly through their actions and thoughts.

Tags

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6

The feeling or atmosphere created for the reader

• mood

• motif

• point of view

• personification

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'mood' because it refers to the emotional atmosphere created for the reader in a literary work, influencing how they feel while reading.

Tags

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6

When the author depicts a scene or occurrence that happened in the past

• foreshadowing

• flashback

• tone

• mood

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'flashback' because it refers to a narrative technique where the author depicts events that occurred in the past, allowing readers to gain insight into characters or plot developments.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6