English Exam 24 December

Which of the following best describes a metaphor?

• A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
• A comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.
• An exaggerated statement used for emphasis.
• Giving human characteristics to non-human things.

What does the term 'metaphor' refer to?

• Descriptive language appealing to the senses.
• A statement that is exaggerated for effect.
• A comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.
• A direct comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

What does personification do in literature?

• It creates a visual image for the reader.
• It gives human characteristics to non-human things.
• It compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.
• It exaggerates a statement for emphasis.

What is a simile?

• An exaggerated statement used for emphasis.
• A comparison between two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.
• Descriptive language that appeals to the senses.
• Giving human characteristics to non-human things.

Which of the following is an example of personification?

• The wind howled through the trees.
• He ran as fast as lightning.
• The stars twinkled in the night sky.
• She has a heart of stone.

What is imagery in literature?

• A comparison between two unlike things.
• Descriptive language that appeals to the senses.
• The repetition of consonant sounds.
• Words that imitate the sound they represent.

Which of the following best describes hyperbole?

• A comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.
• Descriptive language that appeals to the senses.
• An exaggerated statement used for emphasis.
• Giving human characteristics to non-human things.

What is the primary function of imagery in literature?

• To give human traits to animals.
• To exaggerate for dramatic effect.
• To compare two unlike things.
• To create a visual representation of ideas.

Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

• The wind howled like a wolf.
• I have a million things to do today.
• The tree whispered secrets to the breeze.
• The stars danced in the night sky.

How does the seventh man's inaction affect his life?

• He forgets about the incident completely.
• He experiences years of guilt after his friend's death.
• He becomes a hero in his community.
• He learns to swim and rescue others.