Literary Analysis Quiz

What literary device is used in the phrase, "The cold of space smote the unprotected tip of the planet"?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Symbolism

How does Jack London’s description of the Yukon setting contribute to the story's mood?

• It creates a sense of warmth and safety.

• It emphasizes isolation and the harshness of nature.

• It highlights the protagonist’s comfort.

• It adds humor to the story.

What does the phrase, “A vast silence reigned over the land,” convey to the reader?

• Joy and activity.

• Chaos and noise.

• Isolation and desolation.

• Freedom and escape.

Which of the following is a universal theme in To Build a Fire?

• Family relationships

• Human vs. Nature

• Friendship

• Success

How does the theme of resilience appear in A Bowl of Rice?

• The protagonist struggles to grow rice in poor soil.

• The story highlights cultural endurance in difficult times.

• The characters rebel against societal expectations.

• The story focuses on the rejection of tradition.

What is the purpose of exploring universal themes in literature?

• To understand specific historical events.

• To connect the story’s message to the reader’s life.

• To focus solely on the author’s intent.

• To compare different genres of writing.

Which figurative language device is used in the phrase, “The fire was a tiny beacon in the vast, frozen desert”?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Symbolism

What is the effect of using personification in describing nature in To Build a Fire?

• It makes nature seem alive and actively antagonistic.

• It creates a humorous tone.

• It highlights the protagonist’s weaknesses.

• It simplifies the story’s setting.

In A Bowl of Rice, what does the rice bowl symbolize?

• Wealth and power.

• Sustenance and tradition.

• Rebellion and change.

• Loss and despair.

How does understanding the cultural context of A Bowl of Rice enhance the reader’s interpretation?

• It reveals the story’s deeper themes and symbols.

• It shows how characters rebel against tradition.

• It adds humor to the story.

• It highlights the insignificance of the setting.