Understanding Literary Devices and Techniques

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

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

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.

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.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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

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

What is the rhyme scheme of the following stanza? ``` Roses are red, Violets are blue, Sugar is sweet, And so are you. ```

• ABAB

• AABB

• ABCD

• ABBA

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CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the main purpose of using repetition in a text?

• To confuse the reader.

• To emphasize or create rhythm.

• To introduce new ideas.

• To provide context clues.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is an author's claim?

• The specific words an author selects.

• The main argument or position that the author is trying to convey.

• The process by which an author’s perspective becomes clear.

• A question asked for effect, not requiring an answer.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D