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Literary Terms and Definitions Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does 'Mood' refer to in a story?

a)

The emotions a reader feels as a result of reading a story

b)

The way a character behaves in the story

c)

The author's writing style

d)

The setting of the story

2.

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

a)

The wind whispered through the trees

b)

Her smile was as bright as the sun

c)

He is a lion in battle

d)

The stars danced in the night sky

3.

What does 'Consequence' mean?

a)

A reward for doing something

b)

What happens after you do something

c)

A punishment for breaking rules

d)

A decision made by a character

4.

What does 'Rue' mean?

a)

To remember something

b)

To forget something

c)

To regret something

d)

To celebrate something

5.

What is 'Hemlock' often associated with?

a)

Good luck

b)

Death or bad luck

c)

Growth and prosperity

d)

Healing and medicine

6.

What does 'Perspective' refer to?

a)

The emotions of a character

b)

The setting of a story

c)

The way a story is written

d)

The way you look at or think about something

7.

What is the 'Theme' of a story?

a)

The setting of the story

b)

The message about life a story conveys

c)

The author's writing style

d)

The main character's goal

8.

What does 'Convey' mean?

a)

To create a story

b)

To interpret a story

c)

To communicate a message or information

d)

To hide a message

9.

What does 'Solemn' mean?

a)

Very serious or formal

b)

Excited and energetic

c)

Happy and cheerful

d)

Casual and relaxed

10.

What does 'Expresses' mean?

a)

To hide your thoughts or feelings

b)

To interpret a message

c)

To show or tell your thoughts, feelings, or ideas

d)

To create a story