Literary Devices Challenge

What is an anecdote?

• Anecdote is a type of statistical analysis.

• Anecdote is a brief narrative that recounts a personal experience.

• Anecdote is a lengthy historical account.

• Anecdote is a formal research paper.

Which of the following is an example of a colloquialism?

• I am happy!

• How are you?

• Hey bey wat u sayin!

• Please be quiet.

What does colloquialism refer to?

• Colloquialism refers to informal language or slang used in everyday conversation.

• Formal language used in academic writing

• Slang used exclusively by teenagers

• Technical jargon specific to a profession

Define foreshadowing in literature.

• A technique that resolves all conflicts in a story.

• Foreshadowing is a literary device that hints at future events in a story.

• A method of character development through dialogue.

• A narrative style that focuses on the past events of characters.

What is imagery?

• Imagery is a type of music that evokes emotions.

• Imagery is a description that creates a mental picture in the reader's mind.

• Imagery is when words rhyme.

• Imagery refers to the use of numbers in poetry.

Which is an example of imagery?

• The sky is beautiful.

• The sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and purple.

• The boy likes to play the piano and teh girl likes to play the flute.

• The sun is hot!

What is irony?

• Irony is always positive.

• Irony is a synonym for sarcasm.

• Irony is when the opposite of what is expected to happen happens.

• Irony is a type of humor.

Define a pun and give an example.

• A pun is a play on words. Example: 'I used to be a baker, but I couldn't make enough dough.'

• A pun is a type of joke. Example: 'Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field.'

• A pun is a serious statement. Example: 'Life is like a box of chocolates.'

• A pun is a form of poetry. Example: 'Roses are red, violets are blue.'

What is repetition in writing?

• When a word or phrase is written multiple times for emphasis.

• Words used to confuse the reader.

• Words that create a sense of urgency in the reader.

• When you fill space in the text without purpose.

Which of the following is not a literary device?

• Imagery

• Cliche'

• Flashback

• Synonym