Literary Devices and Terms

What is the primary difference between connotation and denotation?

• Connotation is the dictionary meaning, while denotation is the emotional meaning

• Connotation is the emotional association, while denotation is the literal meaning

• They are identical terms used interchangeably

• Both terms refer to cultural meanings of words

Which literary device makes a direct comparison between unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'?

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Metaphor

• Personification

In the statement "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse," what literary device is being used?

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

• Simile

• Paradox

A euphemism is best described as:

• A. A harsh statement meant to offend

• B. A mild expression replacing an unpleasant one

• C. A contradictory statement

• D. An exaggerated claim

Which type of irony occurs when the audience knows something the characters don't?

• Verbal irony

• Situational irony

• Dramatic irony

• Cosmic irony

An oxymoron is:

• A. A comparison using 'like' or 'as'

• B. A reference to historical events

• C. Two contradictory terms combined

• D. An informal expression

When a writer references "Romeo and Juliet" in their work, this is an example of:

• Pop culture allusion

• Historical allusion

• Literary allusion

• Biblical allusion

What is the difference between verbal irony and situational irony?

• Verbal irony is unintentional, situational irony is planned

• Verbal irony involves saying the opposite of what's meant, situational irony involves unexpected outcomes

• They are the same thing

• Verbal irony only occurs in poetry, situational irony only occurs in prose

A reference to Zeus or Apollo would be considered what type of allusion?

• Historical allusion

• Pop culture allusion

• Mythological allusion

• Literary allusion

What literary device is being used when a dove represents peace?

• Metaphor

• Symbolism

• Allegory

• Simile