What is this an example of: "I have a queue of quick questions."

A brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance

What is this example of: "Chocolate is my kryptonite."

An expression that cannot be understood from the meanings of its separate words but must be learned as a whole.

What is this an example of: "It's raining cats and dogs out there."

Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally

What is this an example of: "I have a million things to do before my meeting."

The presentation of a thing with underemphasis to achieve a greater effect; an understatement.

What is this an example of : In Monty Python, an amputated leg is referred to as a "flesh wound."

A word or phrase for one thing that is used to refer to another thing to show or suggest that they are similar

Whar is this an example of: "Veronica's heart is ice."

The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named

What is this an example of: "Captain Hook heard the tick-tock of the clock inside the alligator."

Giving an object or animal human behaviors and motivations

What is this an example of: "My alarm clock annoys me every nine minutes."

A direct comparison of two, usually unlike things, using "like" or "as"

What is this an example of: "She is as beautiful as a sunset."

The writer's attitude toward the subject

The feeling the reader gets. (atmosphere)