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WorksheetsPage 1 Literary device Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which of the following sentences contains an example of alliteration?
The sun set behind the mountains.
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.
She ran quickly to the store.
The cat slept on the mat.
Which literary device is used when a word or phrase has a meaning that is different from its literal meaning?
Denotation
Connotation
Hyperbole
Allusion
Which of the following is an example of a euphemism?
He kicked the bucket.
He ran like the wind.
The leaves danced in the wind.
She sells seashells by the seashore.
Which sentence best demonstrates the use of hyperbole?
The room was as cold as ice.
I have a million things to do today.
The dog barked loudly.
She wore a red dress.
Which of the following best defines "diction" in literature?
The use of exaggeration for effect
The choice and use of words in writing or speech
The literal meaning of a word
A reference to another work of literature
Which of the following is an example of an allusion?
He was a real Romeo with the ladies.
The wind whispered through the trees.
She is as busy as a bee.
The stars danced in the sky.
Which sentence contains a colloquial expression?
The weather is pleasant today.
I’m gonna grab some grub.
The sun rises in the east.
She wore a blue dress.
Which of the following best describes "ambiguity" in literature?
The use of informal language
The use of exaggeration
The quality of having more than one possible meaning
The literal meaning of a word
Which of the following is an example of allegory?
A poem about a rose
A story in which characters represent abstract ideas, like "Animal Farm"
A sentence with repeated consonant sounds
A phrase with a double meaning
Which sentence best demonstrates the use of denotation?
The word "snake" suggests danger.
The word "snake" means a legless reptile.
The word "snake" is used to describe a sneaky person.
The word "snake" brings fear to mind.
Given the sentence, "The classroom was a zoo," identify the literary device used and explain its effect on the reader.
Alliteration; it creates a musical effect.
Allegory; it tells a moral lesson.
Hyperbole; it exaggerates the chaos in the classroom.
Euphemism; it softens the description.
Read the following sentence: "She had a heart of stone." Which literary device is being used, and what does it suggest about the character?
Allusion; she is like a famous person.
Hyperbole; she is extremely kind.
Connotation; she is unfeeling or cold.
Denotation; she literally has a stone heart.
Analyze the following sentence: "He’s not the sharpest tool in the shed." What literary device is used, and what is its purpose?
Euphemism; to soften the statement that someone is not smart.
Alliteration; to create rhythm.
Denotation; to state a fact.
Allegory; to teach a lesson.
A character in a novel says, "I’ll love you till the end of time." Which literary device is being used, and how does it affect the meaning?
Hyperbole; it emphasizes the depth of love.
Allusion; it refers to a famous story.
Colloquialism; it uses informal language.
Denotation; it is literal.
In the sentence, "The White House issued a statement," what literary device is being used, and what does it imply?
Alliteration; it repeats the 'w' sound.
Euphemism; it softens the message.
Allusion; it refers to another work.
Metonymy (not listed, but closest to allusion); it refers to the people in the White House.
Given the phrase, "He’s a real Scrooge," identify the literary device and explain its effect.
Allusion; it references a character known for being miserly.
Hyperbole; it exaggerates his wealth.
Colloquialism; it uses informal language.
Denotation; it means he is literally Scrooge.
Consider the sentence: "The word 'home' suggests warmth and comfort." Which literary device is being discussed, and why is it important in literature?
Denotation; it gives the literal meaning.
Connotation; it adds emotional depth to the word.
Alliteration; it creates a sound effect.
Ambiguity; it creates confusion.
A story uses animals to represent different types of people in society. What literary device is being used, and what is its purpose?
Alliteration; to create rhythm.
Allegory; to convey a deeper meaning about society.
Hyperbole; to exaggerate animal traits.
Colloquialism; to use informal language.
Read the following sentence: "The word 'childlike' has a positive connotation, while 'childish' has a negative one." What does this reveal about diction and word choice?
Diction is unimportant in conveying meaning.
Word choice can affect the tone and perception of a text.
Alliteration is more important than diction.
Denotation is always more important than connotation.
A poem describes a "dark and stormy night," but the events that follow are happy and peaceful. What literary device is at play, and how does it create ambiguity?
Alliteration; it repeats the 'd' and 's' sounds.
Euphemism; it softens the description.
Ambiguity; it creates uncertainty about the mood.
Hyperbole; it exaggerates the weather.
