Understanding Synecdoche and Metonymy

What is the definition of synecdoche?

• A figure of speech where a part is used to represent the whole or vice versa.

• A figure of speech where an object or concept is referred to by the name of something closely associated with it.

• A figure of speech that uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect.

• A figure of speech that involves the repetition of consonant sounds.

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What is the definition of metonymy?

• A figure of speech where a part is used to represent the whole or vice versa.

• A figure of speech where an object or concept is referred to by the name of something closely associated with it.

• A figure of speech that uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect.

• A figure of speech that involves the repetition of consonant sounds.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which of the following is an example of synecdoche?

• "The White House issued a statement."

• "All hands on deck."

• "The pen is mightier than the sword."

• "Hollywood is known for its movies."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which of the following is an example of metonymy?

• "The suits on Wall Street walked off with most of our savings."

• "The wheels on the bus go round and round."

• "The classroom was a zoo."

• "The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Identify the figure of speech in the following sentence: "The crown will find an heir."

• Synecdoche

• Metonymy

• Hyperbole

• Personification

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Identify the figure of speech in the following sentence: "He has many mouths to feed."

• Synecdoche

• Metonymy

• Simile

• Metaphor

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which sentence contains an example of synecdoche?

• "The kettle is boiling."

• "The restaurant served us a delicious meal."

• "The sails were seen on the horizon."

• "The library was silent."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which sentence contains an example of metonymy?

• "The classroom was buzzing with excitement."

• "The press covered the event extensively."

• "The leaves danced in the wind."

• "The sun smiled down on us."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Identify the figure of speech in the following sentence: "The Pentagon announced new military strategies."

• Synecdoche

• Metonymy

• Irony

• Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Identify the figure of speech in the following sentence: "She gave her hand in marriage."

• Synecdoche

• Metonymy

• Oxymoron

• Euphemism

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4