Literary Concepts Quiz Pt 2

Which sentence uses a formal register?

• "Good afternoon, everyone. I hope you're all well."

• "Hey, what's up?"

• "Yo, how’s it going?"

• "Hi, guys! How are you?"

What is a linear narrative?

• A story told in chronological order.

• A story that begins with a flashback.

• A story that starts in the middle of the action.

• A story told from multiple perspectives.

Which of the following is a metaphor?

• "Her eyes were stars shining in the night."

• "He ran as fast as lightning."

• "The wind whispered through the trees."

• "She danced gracefully across the stage."

Which of the following is an example of metonymy?

• "The White House issued a statement today."

• "The wind whispered softly through the trees."

• "He was as brave as a lion."

• "The door creaked open slowly."

What does high modality in language express?

• Certainty or confidence.

• Doubt or hesitation.

• Uncertainty or possibility.

• Fear or anxiety.

Which of the following is a motif in a story?

• The recurring image of a storm throughout a novel.

• A single event that happens once.

• A conversation between two characters.

• A detailed description of a setting.

What is a non-linear narrative?

• A story that is told out of chronological order.

• A story that follows events in order.

• A story that takes place in one location.

• A story told from a single perspective.

Which of the following is onomatopoeia?

• "The bees buzzed around the flowers."

• "The sun rose over the horizon."

• "She walked to the park."

• "The wind was cold."

Which of the following is an example of paradox?

• "This statement is false."

• "She ran quickly to the store."

• "The sun shone brightly."

• "He finished his homework on time."

Which of the following describes a parody?

• A humorous imitation of a serious work.

• A dramatic retelling of a story.

• A serious interpretation of a historical event.

• A fictional account of real events.