Understanding Literary Devices

Understanding Literary Devices

Assessment

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English

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ms. Arandez

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a metaphor directly imply in its comparison?

Opposite meanings

Literal similarity

Shared qualities

Contradictory characteristics

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which literary device uses 'like' or 'as' to make comparisons?

Alliteration

Metaphor

Hyperbole

Simile

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of onomatopoeia in literature?

To compare different things

To provide a logical explanation

To create a visual image

To mimic sounds

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which device attributes human qualities to non-human things?

Personification

Oxymoron

Metaphor

Simile

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of using idioms in language?

To create literal meanings

To enhance sound patterns

To simplify concepts

To convey non-literal meanings

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of alliteration in poetry?

To compare different concepts

To exaggerate descriptions

To create a rhythmic pattern

To explain concepts clearly

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which literary device is characterized by exaggerated statements?

Metaphor

Simile

Hyperbole

Personification

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