Exploring Figurative Language in Literature

Which of the following is an example of a metaphor from "A Night Divided"?

• "The wall was a monster dividing the city."

• "The wall was as tall as a mountain."

• "The wall stood silently in the night."

• "The wall watched over us."

Which sentence from "A Night Divided" contains a simile?

• "The city was split in two."

• "Her hope shone like a beacon in the darkness."

• "The wall loomed over us."

• "The wind whispered secrets."

Which of the following lines is an example of personification in the novel?

• "The wall was gray and cold."

• "The wall glared at us with silent anger."

• "The wall was made of concrete."

• "The wall was tall and strong."

Which phrase best demonstrates imagery in a key scene from "A Night Divided"?

• "The city was divided."

• "The sharp scent of smoke filled the air as the sun set behind the broken buildings."

• "The wall was high."

• "The people were sad."

Which object in "A Night Divided" is used as a symbol of hope?

• The wall

• The shovel

• The tunnel

• The guard

Which of the following is an example of hyperbole in character dialogue?

• "I could dig forever and never reach the other side!"

• "The wall was tall."

• "The tunnel was dark."

• "The city was quiet."

Which metaphor from "A Night Divided" best represents the feeling of separation experienced by the characters?

• "The wall was a monster dividing the city."

• "The wall was made of bricks."

• "The wall was tall and gray."

• "The wall was built overnight."

Which simile used by a character in "A Night Divided" helps the reader understand the danger they feel?

• "The wall was dangerous."

• "Crossing the border was like walking on a tightrope over a pit of snakes."

• "The wall was high."

• "The guards were strict."

How does the author use personification to create a mood of fear in the story? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

• By describing the wall as "watching" and "glaring," the author makes it seem alive and threatening, which increases the sense of fear.

• By saying the wall is tall, the author shows it is scary.

• By mentioning the wall is made of concrete, the author makes it seem strong.

• By describing the wall as gray, the author creates a sad mood.

Analyze how imagery in the scene where Gerta first sees the wall helps the reader understand her emotions.

• The detailed description of the wall's height and the coldness of the air helps the reader feel Gerta's shock and fear.

• The author says the wall is tall.

• The author mentions the wall is made of bricks.

• The author describes the city as divided.