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ENGL 1 Literary Device Review

Total questions: 36

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which of the following narrative elements reflect the point of highest tension in a narrative?
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
climax
d)
falling action
2.
Which of the following narrative elements reflect the beginning stages in a narrative (where setting and character is set up)?
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
climax
d)
falling action
3.
Which of the following narrative elements reflect the end of a narrative in which loose ends are tied up?
a)
resolution
b)
revelation
c)
denouement
d)
catastrophe
4.
Which of the following forms of denouement see a character learn something they did not know before?
a)
resolution
b)
revelation
c)
catastrophe
5.
Which of the following forms of denouement see a character experience great misfortune and loss?
a)
resolution
b)
revelation
c)
catastrophe
6.
Which of the following forms of denouement see a character find their conflict(s) solved?
a)
resolution
b)
revelation
c)
catastrophe
7.
This type of irony occurs when a character says one thing but means the opposite
a)
verbal irony
b)
situational irony
c)
dramatic irony
8.
This device refers to the emotional atmosphere created within a work.
a)
tone
b)
mood
c)
theme
d)
allusion
9.
This device refers to the author's or speaker's attitude in a work.
a)
tone
b)
mood
c)
theme
d)
allusion
10.
This device is a reference to an outside work. E.g.: General Zaroff's reference to Marcus Aurelius in "The Most Dangerous Game".
a)
tone
b)
mood
c)
theme
d)
allusion
11.
This device means "word choice".
a)
theme
b)
diction
c)
syntax
d)
imagery
12.
This device refers to elements of text that vividly appeal to the senses. That is, one can clearly see what is referenced in one's mind's eye.
a)
theme
b)
diction
c)
syntax
d)
imagery
13.
This device refers to a universal truth shown within a work. While not referenced directly in a text, it is ALWAYS written as a complete statement when discussed by readers.
a)
theme
b)
diction
c)
syntax
d)
imagery
14.
This device refers the structure of words in a sentence, paragraph, or complete work.
a)
theme
b)
diction
c)
syntax
d)
imagery
15.
This is the main force within a work (whether morally good or evil).
a)
foil
b)
doppelganger
c)
antagonist
d)
protagonist
16.
This is the opposing force in a work (whether morally good or evil).
a)
foil
b)
doppelganger
c)
antagonist
d)
protagonist
17.
This is a form of character that acts an opposite of another. Typically, this character helps show certain qualities in the other because of the opposition.
a)
foil
b)
doppelganger
c)
antagonist
d)
protagonist
18.
this event, item, or character acts as the driving force of change for a character.
a)
dilemma
b)
round character
c)
flat character
d)
catalyst
19.
This is a difficult choice between two (or more) options. The choice will usually set a character on a new path.
a)
dilemma
b)
round character
c)
flat character
d)
catalyst
20.
This is a character that is underdeveloped. They are one-dimensional.
a)
dilemma
b)
round character
c)
flat character
d)
catalyst
21.
This is a character that is well-developed. This character has many traits.
a)
dilemma
b)
round character
c)
flat character
d)
catalyst
22.
This type of irony occurs when one event is expected but the opposite occurs
a)
verbal irony
b)
situational irony
c)
dramatic irony
23.
This type of irony occurs when a character says one thing but means the opposite.
a)
verbal irony
b)
situational irony
c)
dramatic irony
24.
This type of irony occurs when the audience is aware of certain knowledge and a character is unaware.
a)
verbal irony
b)
situational irony
c)
dramatic irony
25.
this is a comparison between two seemingly unlike things
a)
metaphor
b)
simile
c)
homeric simile
d)
personification
26.
this form of metaphor attributes human qualities to non-human things
a)
metaphor
b)
simile
c)
homeric simile
d)
personification
27.
this form of metaphor compares heroic deeds to everyday actions; typically extends beyond a single line of verse
a)
metaphor
b)
simile
c)
homeric simile
d)
personification
28.
this form of metaphor uses the words "like", "as", or "resembles" to compare two things
a)
metaphor
b)
simile
c)
homeric simile
d)
personification
29.
This is a work that may hold a hidden meaning.
a)
epic
b)
epic hero
c)
allegory
d)
motif
30.
This is a long narrative poem that tells the deeds of a culture's heroes (thereby teaching of the society's values)
a)
epic
b)
epic hero
c)
allegory
d)
motif
31.
This type of character typically goes on a quest and embodies the values of his/her society.
a)
epic
b)
epic hero
c)
allegory
d)
motif
32.
This is a recurring image or idea within a work.
a)
epic
b)
epic hero
c)
allegory
d)
motif
33.
This form of narration is written from the protagonist's perspective
a)
first person
b)
third person limited
c)
third person omniscient
34.
This form of narration is written from an external perspective and can only reveal details of one character
a)
first person
b)
third person limited
c)
third person omniscient
35.
This form of narration is written from an external perspective but is aware of all thoughts and actions
a)
first person
b)
third person limited
c)
third person omniscient
36.
this is a character that changes over the course of a narrative
a)
static character
b)
dynamic character