Mastering Language Techniques Quiz

Which of the following sentences uses direct address?

• "The weather is lovely today."

• "You should try the new café on High Street."

• "It is important to stay hydrated."

Identify the sentence that uses alliteration.

• "The cat sat on the mat."

• "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers."

• "She sells sea shells by the sea shore."

Which of the following is an example of an anecdote?

• "I remember when I first learned to ride a bike; it was a sunny day and I fell off twice."

• "Bicycles are a popular mode of transport."

• "Riding a bike is good exercise."

Which sentence contains a fact?

• "Chocolate is the best dessert."

• "Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius."

• "I think summer is the best season."

Identify the sentence that expresses an opinion.

• "The Earth orbits the Sun."

• "In my view, classical music is the most relaxing."

• "The capital of France is Paris."

Which of the following is a rhetorical question?

• "What is the capital of Spain?"

• "Isn't it obvious that we need to act now?"

• "How many days are there in a week?"

Which sentence uses repetition for effect?

• "The sun is shining brightly today."

• "The wind was cold, cold as ice."

• "The flowers are blooming."

Identify the sentence that uses emotive language.

• "The dog barked loudly."

• "The abandoned puppy whimpered pitifully."

• "The car drove down the street."

Which sentence includes an expert opinion?

• "According to Dr. Smith, a leading nutritionist, eating vegetables is essential for health."

• "Many people believe that exercise is important."

• "I think that reading is beneficial."

Which of the following sentences contains statistics?

• "The sky is blue."

• "70% of the Earth's surface is covered by water."

• "I enjoy reading books."