The Symphony of Secrets - Literary devices in literary texts (Grade 6)
Passage
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English
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6th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Angela Lock
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8 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the first paragraph, the author writes that the dust "danced in the sunbeam like tiny, sparkling fairies." What type of figurative language is this?
A metaphor
A simile
Personification
An exaggeration
Answer explanation
This is a simile because it uses the word 'like' to compare the dust to sparkling fairies, which is a direct comparison between two different things.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When Randall says the attic is "more like a museum of dust," what does this choice of words show about his initial attitude?
He is excited to explore the attic.
He is curious about the history of the dust.
He is unimpressed and thinks the attic is just old and dirty.
He is worried about getting his clothes dirty.
Answer explanation
Randall's dialogue contrasts with Bridget's wonder. Calling it a 'museum of dust' is a sarcastic way to say it's messy, showing he is not impressed at first.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the passage, where did Bridget and Randall find the small, ornate brass key?
Inside the heavy wooden chest.
Taped to the lid of the chest.
Tucked inside a thick poetry book.
On the forgotten music box.
Answer explanation
The passage explicitly states, 'Bridget carefully pulled out a thick poetry book. Tucked inside was a small, ornate brass key.'
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What literary device is used in the phrase, "The old floorboards groaned under their feet, complaining about the intrusion"?
Personification
Simile
Metaphor
Irony
Answer explanation
This is an example of personification because it gives the human qualities of groaning and complaining to the non-human floorboards.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
At the end of the passage, the narrator says, "The hunt was a symphony of secrets." What is the meaning of this metaphor?
The treasure hunt involved playing loud music.
The clues were confusing and made no sense together.
The treasure was a famous piece of music.
The clues were complex parts that fit together beautifully.
Answer explanation
A symphony is a complex piece of music where many parts work together. The metaphor suggests the treasure hunt's clues are like the different parts of a symphony, creating a beautiful and intricate whole.
6.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The author uses different types of figurative language. Sort the following phrases from the passage into the correct categories.
Groups:
(a) Simile (A comparison using 'like' or 'as')
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(b) Metaphor (A direct comparison not using 'like' or 'as')
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(c) Personification (Giving human qualities to an object)
cracked like dry earth
The old floorboards groaned... complaining
like tiny, sparkling fairies
her voice a spark of excitement
his voice now a chorus of excitement
his museum of memories
Answer explanation
Similes use 'like' or 'as' for comparison. Metaphors make a direct comparison by stating something 'is' something else. Personification gives human actions or feelings to inanimate objects.
7.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each character's dialogue to the attitude it reveals.
Curiosity
"It's more like a museum of dust."
Enthusiasm
"A treasure hunt! This is going to be an adventure!"
Skepticism
"You were right!"
Excitement
"Words sleep and stories dream... what does that mean?"
Answer explanation
Bridget's first line shows enthusiasm. Randall's 'museum of dust' comment shows skepticism. His question about the clue shows his curiosity is sparked. His final exclamation, 'You were right!', shows his full excitement.
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