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Literary Devices Quiz

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The sun set over the horizon, painting the sky in vibrant shades of orange and pink.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

2.

The rough bark of the tree scratched his skin as he climbed higher and higher.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

3.

The spicy curry set his mouth on fire, leaving a burning sensation that lingered.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

4.

The laughter of children echoed through the playground, bringing a sense of joy and happiness.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

5.

The thunder rumbled ominously in the distance, signaling an approaching storm.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

6.

The city streets were bustling with people, cars honking and neon signs illuminating the night.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

7.

The smoky scent of a campfire hung in the air, evoking memories of nights spent under the stars.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

8.

The applause erupted from the audience, a thunderous roar of appreciation.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

9.

The towering mountains loomed in the distance, their snow-capped peaks glistening in the sunlight.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

10.

The sharp thorns of the rose pricked his finger, drawing a small bead of blood.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

11.

The dense fog enveloped the forest, obscuring the path ahead and creating an eerie atmosphere.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

12.

The tangy vinegar added a zing to the salad, enhancing its flavors.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

13.

The crisp apple provided a satisfying crunch and a burst of tartness.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

14.

The soft, velvety petals of the rose brushed against her fingertips as she held it.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

15.

The crisp apple provided a satisfying crunch and a burst of tartness.

a)

visual imagery

b)

auditory imagery

c)

olfactory imagery

d)

gustatory imagery

e)

tactile imagery

16.

The horrific scene played out before my eyes, the blood and gore causing my stomach to churn.

a)

emotive language

b)

imagery

17.

The heart-wrenching movie had me sobbing uncontrollably.

a)

emotive language

b)

imagery

18.

The devastating news left me feeling broken and devastated.

a)

emotive language

b)

imagery

19.

The exhilarating roller coaster ride filled me with excitement and adrenaline.

a)

emotive language

b)

imagery

20.

The rush of wind in my face and the stomach-dropping sensation of the roller coaster had me gripping the safety bar tightly.

a)

emotive language

b)

imagery

21.

What if I fell asleep on the dark platform again and the train pulled out and I was left alone?

a)

personification

b)

rhetorical question

c)

metaphorical language

d)

emotive language

e)

visual imagery

22.

I kept running up and down, yelling my brother’s name, begging him to come and get me…No one answered, and the train didn’t stop.

a)

personification

b)

rhetorical question

c)

metaphorical language

d)

emotive language

e)

visual imagery

23.

Gradually, the countryside became greener that I’d ever seen it before. There were lush fields and tall trees with no branches but great shaggy bushes of fronds at the top.

a)

personification

b)

rhetorical question

c)

metaphorical language

d)

emotive language

e)

visual imagery

24.

I can still feel the icy chill of panic that hit me when I realized I was trapped.

a)

personification

b)

rhetorical question

c)

metaphorical language

d)

emotive language

e)

visual imagery

25.

When I awoke it was broad daylight and the full sun was glaring straight into my eyes.

a)

personification

b)

rhetorical question

c)

metaphorical language

d)

emotive language

e)

visual imagery