Literary Elements and Devices (Basic Definitions)

Literary Elements and Devices (Basic Definitions)

7th - 11th Grade

15 Qs

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Literary Elements and Devices (Basic Definitions)

Literary Elements and Devices (Basic Definitions)

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is an antagonist?

A character who supports the protagonist

A character or force in conflict with the protagonist

A character who provides comic relief

A character who is a mentor to the protagonist

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is a narrative?

A type of poem that tells a story.

A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.

A summary of events without details.

A collection of unrelated events.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is a flashback?

A technique to show future events in a story.

The insertion of an earlier event into the normal chronological order of a story.

A method of character development through dialogue.

A narrative style that focuses on the present moment.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is symbolism in literature?

Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

Symbolism is a technique used to create vivid imagery in writing.

Symbolism refers to the use of exaggerated language for effect.

Symbolism is the practice of using metaphors to convey emotions.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the plot of a story?

The plot is the sequence of events that includes the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution, and conclusion.

The plot is the emotional response of the characters to the events in the story.

The plot is the setting and background information provided at the beginning of the story.

The plot is the moral lesson that the story aims to convey.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the theme of a story?

The theme is the central idea or underlying message of a story.

The theme is the setting where the story takes place.

The theme is the main character's journey throughout the story.

The theme is the conflict that drives the plot forward.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is setting in literature?

The setting refers to the time and place in which the story occurs.

The setting is the main character's internal conflict.

The setting is the moral lesson of the story.

The setting is the author's writing style.

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