
Understanding Literary Devices and Techniques
Authored by Sara Gifford1
English
9th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a simile?
A brief statement of the main points of a text.
A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using "like" or "as."
A commonly used phrase whose meaning is different from the literal meaning.
A logical guess based on evidence from the text.
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CCSS.L.4.5A
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of personification?
"The wind whispered through the trees."
"Her smile was as bright as the sun."
"It’s raining cats and dogs."
"I’ve told you a million times."
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CCSS.L.6.5A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a rhetorical question?
To provide a detailed explanation.
To ask a question that requires an answer.
To emphasize a point without expecting an answer.
To compare two unlike things.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does "fallacious reasoning" refer to?
Strong and convincing logic.
Flawed or misleading logic that weakens an argument.
The main argument or position of the author.
The process of developing an author's perspective.
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CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
CCSS.W.7.2D
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do authors typically develop their ideas?
By using only anecdotes.
Through examples, anecdotes, data, comparisons, descriptions, and explanations.
By repeating the same point multiple times.
By asking rhetorical questions.
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CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
CCSS.W.7.2D
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the impact of word choice on a text?
It has no impact on the text.
It shapes the text’s meaning, evokes emotions, and establishes tone.
It only affects the text's length.
It determines the text's structure.
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CCSS.L.3.3A
CCSS.L.4.3A
CCSS.L.5.3A
CCSS.L.6.3A
CCSS.L.6.3B
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes an idiom?
A logical guess based on evidence.
A commonly used phrase whose meaning is different from the literal meaning.
A pattern of rhymes in a poem.
A technique used to persuade or emphasize.
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CCSS.L.4.5B
CCSS.L.5.5B
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