Context and Connotation Mastery Quiz

What does the phrase "a heart of stone" imply about a person's character?

• They are strong and unbreakable.

• They are cold and unfeeling.

• They are healthy and vigorous.

• They are ancient and wise.

In the sentence "The sun smiled down on us," what figurative language is being used?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

When an author describes a setting as "drenched in a sickly, pale light," what mood are they likely trying to convey?

• Joy and vitality

• Warmth and comfort

• Mystery and suspense

• Illness and unease

What does the color "red" typically connote in literature?

• Peace and tranquility

• Love and passion

• Jealousy and greed

• Sadness and despair

In the context of a story set during a war, what might a "dove" symbolize?

• Victory

• Peace

• Danger

• Deception

If a character is described as having "a silver tongue," what can we infer about them?

• They are elderly.

• They are wealthy.

• They are persuasive.

• They are truthful.

What is the connotation of describing a place as "a bustling metropolis"?

• It is crowded and noisy.

• It is large and empty.

• It is small and quaint.

• It is modern and efficient.

When a character is said to "walk on eggshells," what does this imply about their situation?

• They are clumsy.

• They are in a delicate or tense situation.

• They are cooking.

• They are carefree.

Choosing to describe a character's actions as "sneaky" rather than "cautious" suggests what about the narrator's perspective?

• Approval

• Indifference

• Disapproval

• Admiration

What inference can be made if a story's setting is described as "an abandoned house at the end of a forgotten road"?

• The story will be about a happy family.

• The setting is in a bustling city center.

• The story may involve themes of isolation or neglect.

• The house is well-maintained and frequently visited.