Literary Terms Definitions and Examples

Choose the correct definition and example of Alliteration.

• The repetition of initial consonant sounds in neighboring words; e.g., 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.'

• The use of rhythm and rhyme to create emphasis.

• A figure of speech that involves exaggeration for effect.

• A contrast of ideas or words to convey a special meaning.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.L.4.5

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CCSS.L.6.5

Assonance refers to the repetition of vowel sounds in neighboring words, as exemplified by the phrase 'rain in Spain'.

• Repetition of vowel sounds in neighboring words

• Repetition of consonant sounds in neighboring words

• Repetition of initial letter sounds

• The use of exaggeration for effect

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.L.4.5

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CCSS.L.6.5

What is the definition and an example of Paradox? Choose the correct combination.

• A paradox is a statement that contradicts itself, e.g., 'This statement is false.'

• A paradox is a random statement with no meaning.

• A paradox is a statement proven mathematically, e.g., '2+2=5.'

• A paradox is a statement that supports itself, e.g., 'This statement is true.'

Definition and example of Parallelism: Choose the best answer.

• Parallelism is the use of components in a sentence that are grammatically similar or identical in structure, sound, meaning, or meter. Example: "She likes reading, writing, and skiing.".

• Parallelism is the repetition of the same word multiple times in a sentence without any grammatical similarity.

• Parallelism involves using synonyms sequentially to enhance meaning.

• Parallelism is a rhetorical device where the sentence structure is changed for every sentence.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Definition of Ethos:

• The credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker.

• The logical structure of an argument.

• The emotional appeal of the message.

• The statistical data presented.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

The definition of Logos is:

• A mythical concept

• Word, Reason, or Principle

• A type of speech

• An abstract art form

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Pathos is defined as:

• An emotional appeal

• A logical argument

• An ethical appeal

• A scientific method

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Definition and example of Enjambment: Select the correct description.

• Enjambment is the continuation of a sentence without a pause beyond the end of a line, as in a poem where the sentence runs over multiple lines.

• Enjambment is the use of punctuation to end a sentence abruptly.

• Enjambment is the repetition of similar sounds in close succession.

• Enjambment is the assigning of a title to separate sections of a poem.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Polysyndeton is the use of several conjunctions in close succession. Which of the following best defines it with an example?

• Polysyndeton is the use of several conjunctions in close succession. Example: He ran and jumped and laughed for joy.

• Polysyndeton is the omission of conjunctions. Example: He ran, jumped, laughed for joy.

• Polysyndeton is the repetition of similar sounds. Example: The wild wind whistled wildly.

• Polysyndeton is a form of hyperbole. Example: I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

Choose the correct definition and example of Asyndeton.

• A rhetorical device that intentionally omits conjunctions between phrases, as in the example 'I came, I saw, I conquered.'

• A rhetorical device that emphasizes repetition of conjunctions, as in the example 'He ran and jumped and laughed.'

• A grammatical error that results from missing articles, as in the example 'Cat sat on mat.'

• A figure of speech that uses contradictory terms, such as 'bittersweet.'

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4