Literary Techniques and Analysis

Which of the following refers to the series or sequence of events that give a story its meaning and effect?

• atmosphere

• characterization

• dialogue

• plot

What refers to the emotional tone or mood created by the setting, descriptions, and overall feel of the narrative?

• atmosphere

• characterization

• dialogue

• plot

What literary technique is used in, "She was a kind and generous woman, always putting others' needs before her own."

• atmosphere

• characterization

• dialogue

• plot

Which of the steps should be used if you want to provide deeper meaning for the reader and help the reader use imagination to visualize situations?

• I. Formulating a thesis statement

• II. Organizing and developing ideas

• III. Choosing a topic

• IV. Ensuring that themes and techniques are effectively developed

• V. Using any literary conventions of a genre

What should you do to put together your thoughts for the reader to understand the main ideas?

• I. Formulating a thesis statement

• II. Organizing and developing ideas

• III. Choosing a topic

• IV. Ensuring that themes and techniques are effectively developed

• V. Using any literary conventions of a genre

What literary technique was used in the sentence, "Your laughter warms my heart like the glow of a cozy fire on a cold night."?

• simile

• metaphor

• personification

• rhyme

Which is NOT a paradox?

• I know one thing: that I know nothing.

• You have to spend money to make money.

• The louder you scream, the less likely they are to hear you.

• The comedian's bittersweet humor made everyone laugh and cry.

What refers to the freedom to break conventional rules or facts to enhance art, allowing creators to bend grammar, alter structure, or manipulate language for artistic expression?

• creative license

• figurative language

• point of view

• sensory images