Literary Devices Practice

What is a simile?

• Comparing two things using 'like' or 'as'

• Giving human qualities to non-human things

• Comparing two things without using 'like' or 'as'

• Repetition of the same beginning sounds in a series of words

What does a metaphor do?

• Repeats words for emphasis

• Imitates sounds

• Compares two things without using 'like' or 'as'

• Compares two things using 'like' or 'as'

What is alliteration?

• Repetition of the same beginning sounds in a series of words

• Descriptive language that appeals to the senses

• Giving human qualities to non-human things

• Words that imitate sounds

What does personification involve?

• Repeating words or phrases for emphasis

• Giving human qualities to non-human things

• Comparing two things using 'like' or 'as'

• Descriptive language that appeals to the senses

What is onomatopoeia?

• Descriptive language that appeals to the senses

• Repetition of the same beginning sounds

• Comparing two things without using 'like' or 'as'

• Words that imitate sounds

What does repetition do in literature?

• Describes sensory experiences

• Repeats words or phrases for emphasis

• Gives human qualities to non-human things

• Compares two things using 'like' or 'as'

What is imagery?

• Descriptive language that appeals to the senses

• Words that imitate sounds

• Comparing two things without using 'like' or 'as'

• Repetition of the same beginning sounds

Which of the following is NOT a literary device mentioned?

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

Which device uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison?

• Imagery

• Personification

• Simile

• Metaphor

What is the purpose of using alliteration?

• To imitate sounds

• To compare two things

• To give human qualities

• To create rhythm and musicality