WorksheetsLiterary Elements Review
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 19mins
What is the definition of the word "epic"?
A feeling of not knowing what is going to happen next in a story.
A long poem about a hero whose actions affect and reflect an entire nation.
A lyric poem that has 14 lines.
A short poem of songlike quality.
What is the definition of "metaphor"?
A type of figurative language in which one thing is said to be another thing.
A type of figurative language in which two unlike things are compared using like, as, than, or resembles.
Words and phrases that mean something other than what they literally say.
An attempt to establish a logical connection or similarity between two things.
What is the definition of the word "connotation"?
A type of figurative language in which two unlike things are compared using like, as, than, or resembles.
The author's attitude toward a subject.
The most direct or literal meaning of a word; a word's definition.
Everything a word suggests or implies; the feeling a word gives you.
What is the definition of the word "archetype"?
A speech directed to the audience that is not heard by other characters onstage; it shows the speaker's true opinion, desire, or plan.
A work in which the main character overcomes minor obstacles, often with the help of others, and the ending is usually a happy one.
A similar plot, theme, or character element found in the myths of many cultures.
A main character in a comedy who is an ordinary person and is willing to compromise.
What is a sonnet?
A lyric poem that has 14 lines, usually follows a set rhyme scheme, and often has an unexpected ending.
A feeling of not knowing what is going to happen next in a story.
A short poem of songlike quality.
A long poem about a hero whose actions affect and reflect an entire nation.
What is a lyric poem?
A lyric poem that has 14 lines, usually follows a set rhyme scheme, and often has an unexpected ending.
A feeling of not knowing what is going to happen next in a story.
A short poem of songlike quality.
A long poem about a hero whose actions affect and reflect an entire nation.
What is a simile?
A type of figurative language in which one thing is said to be another thing.
A type of figurative language in which two unlike things are compared using like, as, than, or resembles.
Words and phrases that mean something other than what they literally say.
An attempt to establish a logical connection or similarity between two things.
What is tone?
A type of figurative language in which two unlike things are compared using like, as, than, or resembles.
The author's attitude toward a subject.
The most direct or literal meaning of a word; a word's definition.
Everything a word suggests or implies; the feeling a word gives you.
What is comedy?
A speech directed to the audience that is not heard by other characters onstage; it shows the speaker's true opinion, desire, or plan.
A work in which the main character overcomes minor obstacles, often with the help of others, and the ending is usually a happy one.
A similar plot, theme, or character element found in the myths of many cultures.
A main character in a comedy who is an ordinary person and is willing to compromise.
What is the definition of "figurative language"?
A type of figurative language in which one thing is said to be another thing.
A type of figurative language in which two unlike things are compared using like, as, than, or resembles.
Words and phrases that mean something other than what they literally say.
An attempt to establish a logical connection or similarity between two things.
What is the definition of the word "denotation"?
A type of figurative language in which two unlike things are compared using like, as, than, or resembles.
The author's attitude toward a subject.
The most direct or literal meaning of a word; a word's definition.
Everything a word suggests or implies; the feeling a word gives you.
What is the definition of monologue?
A long, uninterrupted speech by a character in a drama.
A recurring device, word, or image within a work that creates a recognizable pattern.
A conversation a character has with himself or herself that is used to show his or her private thoughts.
In literature, a story in which the main character or characters suffer bad luck, pain, or loss.
What is a an anology?
A type of figurative language in which one thing is said to be another thing.
A type of figurative language in which two unlike things are compared using like, as, than, or resembles.
Words and phrases that mean something other than what they literally say.
An attempt to establish a logical connection or similarity between two things.
Which statement most accurately compares epic poetry and lyric poetry?
Epic poetry focuses on historical events, whereas lyric poetry focuses on a person's feelings.
Epic poetry makes references to historical figures, whereas lyric poetry includes historical figures as characters.
Epic poetry presents a direct moral message, whereas lyric poetry indirectly showcases cultural values.
Epic poetry uses strict rhyme schemes, whereas lyric poetry uses only occasional rhymes.
Select the word that is used in a primarily connotative way.
We snuck into the basketball team's holiday dinner , despite the fact that we weren't invited . But even though we crashed the event, the team members were really friendly and even offered us some extra turkey and stuffing.
dinner
invited
crashed
turkey
Select the word that is used in a primarily connotative way.
I wonder if this tree is getting enough nutrients from the soil, because it's looking a bit scrawny. I'll measure the diameter to ensure it's within recommended guidelines.
nutrients
scrawny
measure
recommended
Which statement best describes how the connotation of the word commotion affects the passage's meaning?
Maria put down the map and stared at the bungalow. It was definitely much smaller than she thought it would be, but it held a certain kind of simple charm. The commotion of the city would be far behind her now.
The connotation indicates that Maria is happy to be out of the city.
The connotation reinforces the idea that Maria has never left the city before.
The connotation reveals that Maria will miss the activity of the city.
The connotation suggests Maria already finds rural life boring.
Which selection from the text is an allusion?
Liam's white kitten lay curled up on the sofa like a snowball.
The kitten's white fur had earned her the name Frosty the Snowman, but her feisty personality suggested that perhaps "Stormy" might be more appropriate. In just a few days, Frosty had pulled down the curtains in Liam's bedroom, knocked a vase off the bookshelf, and sent the family dog into hiding. The kitten was a mini-tornado.
The white ball of fur pounced and hissed commandingly, just as a sudden storm shows its power with thunder and lightning.
kitten lay curled up on the sofa like a snowball.
The kitten's white fur had earned her the name Frosty the Snowman,
The kitten was a mini-tornado.
The white ball of fur pounced and hissed commandingly,
What is the subject of the extended metaphor in this poem?
Freedom's Festivity
Smack in the middle of summer
we perform pirouettes on night's stage.
Pop! Sizzle! Wow!
Like percussionists
playing Lady Liberty's song,
reminding audiences of stars, stripes, and freedom.
Light is the ink we use;
hues of red, white, and blue,
a splash of purple and green too.
Just as a the firefly signals its love for summer
flish, flash, flickering,
we proclaim our passion for
life, liberty, and
the pursuit of celebration.
Boom! Bam! Pow!
Fireworks
Historical war battles
Summer celebrations
Freedom
