English Studies Literary Techniques Toolkit Review

What is an allegory?

• A narrative element that connects the text to other texts to convey a message

• A statement that lacks a clear or singular meaning.

• A subtle or indirect reference to another thing.

• The repetition of sounds at the start of a word.

Answer explanation

An allegory is a narrative element that connects the text to other texts to convey a message, making it the correct choice.

Which literary technique involves attributing human qualities to a non-human figure?

• Alliteration

• Anthropomorphism

• Assonance

• Apostrophe

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Anthropomorphism' which involves attributing human qualities to a non-human figure in literature.

What is the purpose of using alliteration in poetry?

• To provide a personal story or account.

• To develop tension and uncertainty.

• To compare two things for explanation.

• To create a unifying feature of the verse.

Answer explanation

To create a unifying feature of the verse.

What does the term 'ambiguity' refer to in literary texts?

• A form of English spoken by a particular group.

• A statement that lacks a clear or singular meaning.

• A comparison of two things for clarification.

• An interesting or unique personal story.

Answer explanation

The term 'ambiguity' in literary texts refers to a statement that lacks a clear or singular meaning, making it open to interpretation. It creates uncertainty or confusion for the reader.

Which technique is used to compare two things for the purpose of explanation?

• Apostrophe

• Anomaly

• Anecdote

• Analogy

Answer explanation

An analogy is the technique used to compare two things for the purpose of explanation. It helps in understanding complex ideas by comparing them to something more familiar.

What is the definition of 'assonance'?

• The repetition of consonants throughout a sentence.

• A story with a double meaning.

• A subtle or indirect reference to another thing.

• The repetition of vowel sounds close together.

Answer explanation

Assonance is defined as the repetition of vowel sounds close together, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What does 'consonance' refer to?

• A subtle or indirect reference to another thing.

• A story with a double meaning.

• The repetition of consonants throughout a sentence or phrase.

• The repetition of vowel sounds close together.

Answer explanation

Consonance refers to the repetition of consonants throughout a sentence or phrase, making it the correct choice.

Which technique involves the deliberate positioning of two or more objects/events/characters with different characteristics?

• Dialogue

• Diction

• Dialect

• Contrast

Answer explanation

Contrast involves the deliberate positioning of two or more objects/events/characters with different characteristics, making it the correct choice in this context.

What is the purpose of 'didactic' texts?

• To instruct the reader or deliver a moral message.

• To create a unifying feature of the verse.

• To compare two things for explanation.

• To develop tension and uncertainty.

Answer explanation

The purpose of 'didactic' texts is to instruct the reader or deliver a moral message, making this the correct choice.

What is 'ellipsis' commonly used for in literature?

• To develop tension and uncertainty.

• To create a dramatic pause or suggest words can't be spoken.

• To provide a personal story or account.

• To compare two things for explanation.

Answer explanation

To create a dramatic pause or suggest words can't be spoken.