Unit 1 vocabulary

What is an archetype in literature and myth?

• A specific character type that occurs only once in a story

• A detail, image, or character type that occurs frequently and appeals to the unconscious

• A type of poem that is admired for its great achievements

• A form of literature that is thought to be universal

What is a kenning in Anglo-Saxon poetry?

• A type of rhyme scheme used in poetry

• A type of meter used in poetry

• A device that replaces a word with a synonym

• A device that replaces a word with one of its functions or qualities

What is satire in literature?

• The use of humor, irony, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices

• A type of story that mocks political leaders

• A type of writing that exaggerates events for entertainment

• A form of poetry that uses humor to criticize society

What is social satire in literature?

• A type of writing that mocks the condition of society

• A type of story that exaggerates events for entertainment

• A form of poetry that criticizes political leaders

• The use of humor to expose people's vices

What is political satire?

• The use of sarcasm to point out the foibles of political leaders

• A form of poetry that mocks political leaders

• A type of writing that exaggerates events for entertainment

• The use of humor to criticize society

What is an innuendo?

• A direct suggestion or reference

• A hint or indirect suggestion

• A harsh or blunt word

• A form of irony used in literature

What is a euphemism?

• A direct and harsh word

• A mild or indirect word substituted for something unpleasant

• A form of humor used in literature

• A type of exaggeration in writing

What does it mean when something is implicit?

• It is implied but not directly stated

• It is directly stated and leaves no room for uncertainty

• It is a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning

• It is a conclusion drawn from specific information

What does it mean when something is explicit?

• It is a conclusion drawn from specific information

• It is a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning

• It is implied but not directly stated

• It is directly stated and leaves no room for uncertainty

What is a generalization?

• A conclusion reached without evidence

• A broad statement about a topic or person

• A conclusion drawn from specific information used to make a broad statement

• A specific information used to make a conclusion