Literary Devices

What is an idiom?

• A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning

• A type of punctuation mark

• A mathematical formula

• A scientific theory

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What is the definition of 'archetype'?

• A typical example of a certain person or thing

• A detailed analysis of a subject

• A unique and original idea

• A complex and intricate design

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CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

What is the definition of a euphemism?

• A mild or indirect word substituted for one considered to be too harsh

• A figure of speech involving exaggeration

• A statement that contradicts itself

• A word that imitates the sound it represents

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Which of the following is an example of a euphemism?

• He is dead.

• She is unemployed.

• He has passed away.

• She is working.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

An allegory is:

• A type of poem

• A story with a hidden meaning

• A historical event

• A scientific theory

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

What is an allusion?

• A reference to another work of literature, person, or event

• A detailed description of a character

• A type of metaphor

• A form of hyperbole

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

Most times the author will use an allusion assuming the reader shares knowledge of the reference, and will therefore understand the reference.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

A common example of allusion is references to ________ when people are in love.

• Cupid

• Zeus

• Hercules

• Apollo

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the main idea that the author is attempting to show to the reader through the character, plot, and other elements in a piece of writing?

• The theme

• The setting

• The conflict

• The resolution

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CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

A trickster in stories is:

• A hero

• A villain

• A character who uses wit and cunning

• A sidekick

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CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D