Literary Devices

Question 1

Define a Metaphor.

Answer 1

A comparison of two unlike things without using ‘like’ or ‘as’

Question 2

What is the effect of using a metaphor?

Answer 2

The metaphor creates an image in the reader’s mind that helps them understand the complexity of life.

Question 3

What is an example of a metaphor?

Answer 3

“Life is a journey.”

Question 4

Define a simile.

Answer 4

A comparison of two unlike things using “like” or “as”.

Question 5

What is the effect of using a simile?

Answer 5

Creates a vivid image in the reader’s mind.

Question 6

Give an example of simile.

Answer 6

“Her hair was like a golden waterfall”

Question 7

Define alliteration.

Answer 7

The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

Question 8

What is the effect of using alliteration?

Answer 8

Creates a musical quality to the writing that can make it more memorable.

Question 9

Give an example of alliteration.

Answer 9

“Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. “

Question 10

Define personification.

Answer 10

Giving human-like qualities to non-human objects

Question 11

What is the effect of using personification?

Answer 11

Helps the reader understand the environment or object more fully.

Question 12

Give an example of personification.

Answer 12

“The Wind whispered through the trees”

Question 13

Define Hyperbole.

Answer 13

An exaggeration to emphasize a point.

Question 14

What is the effect of using hyperbole?

Answer 14

Emphasizes the importance of a point being made.

Question 15

Give an example of hyperbole.

Answer 15

“I’ve told you a million times to clean your room!”

Question 16

Define onomatopoeia.

Answer 16

Words that imitate sounds.

Question 17

What is the effect of using onomatopoeia?

Answer 17

Helps the reader experience the sounds of the environment.

Question 18

Give an example of onomatopoeia.

Answer 18

“The bees buzzed around the flowers”

Question 19

Define irony.

Answer 19

A contrast between what is expected and what actually happens.

Question 20

What is the effect of using irony?

Answer 20

Creates a sense of surprise and can make the reader think more deeply about the situation.

Question 21

Give an example of irony.

Answer 21

A firefighter’s house is burning down.

Question 22

Define foreshadowing.

Answer 22

Hints or clues about what will happen later in the story.

Question 23

What is the effect of using foreshadowing?

Answer 23

Creates tension and anticipation for what is to come.

Question 24

Give an example of foreshadowing.

Answer 24

“Little did she know, her life was about to change forever.”

Question 25

Define symbolism.

Answer 25

Using an object or image to represent an idea or concept.

Question 26

What is the effect of using symbolism?

Answer 26

Creates a deeper meaning and helps the reader understand complex meanings.

Question 27

Give an example of symbolism.

Answer 27

The dove represents peace.

Question 28

Define imagery.

Answer 28

Using language to create a sensory experience for the reader.

Question 29

What is the effect of using imagery?

Answer 29

Helps the reader vividly experience the environment.

Question 30

Give an example of imagery.

Answer 30

"The sun kissed her face and the sand tickled her toes."

Question 31

Define allusion.

Answer 31

A reference to a well-known person, place, or event in history, literature, or culture.

Question 32

What is the effect of using allusion?

Answer 32

Helps the reader understand the character or situation more deeply.

Question 33

Give an example of allusion.

Answer 33

"He was a real Romeo with the ladies."

Question 34

Define repetition.

Answer 34

The repeating of a word, phrase, or sentence for emphasis.

Question 35

What is the effect of using repetition?

Answer 35

Emphasizes the importance of the idea being repeated.

Question 36

Give an example of repetition.

Answer 36

"I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out and live out the true meaning of its creed: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal. "

Question 37

Define juxtaposition.

Answer 37

Placing two contrasting ideas or objects side by side for emphasis or comparison.

Question 38

What is the effect of using juxtaposition?

Answer 38

Creates a sense of contrast and can highlight the differences between the two ideas or objects.

Question 39

Give an example of juxtaposition.

Answer 39

"It was the best of times; it was the worst of times.

Question 40

Define tone.

Answer 40

The author's attitude toward the subject or audience.

Question 41

What is the effect of using tone?

Answer 41

Creates a certain mood and helps the reader understand the author's perspective.

Question 42

Give an example of tone.

Answer 42

"I can't believe you did that. "

Question 43

Define foil

Answer 43

a character who contrasts with another character to highlight the differences.

Question 44

What is the effect of using foil?

Answer 44

Helps the reader understand the characters more fully by contrasting them with another character.

Question 45

Give an example of foil.

Answer 45

In the "Great Gatsby," Tom Buchanan is a foil to Jay Gatsby.

Question 46

Define visual imagery.

Answer 46

This type of imagery appeals to the sense of sight and what is seen.

Question 47

What is the effect of using visual imagery?

Answer 47

Helps the reader or audience to imagine a scene and can create a sense of realism in a poem or play.

Question 48

Give an example of visual imagery.

Answer 48

"The sky was a deep shade of blue, with fluffy White clouds that looked like cotton candy."

Question 49

Define auditory imagery.

Answer 49

This type of imagery appeals to the sense of hearing and describes what can be heard.

Question 50

What is the effect of using auditory imagery?

Answer 50

Can create a mood and convey emotions in a play or poem.

Question 51

Give an example of auditory imagery.

Answer 51

"The leaves rustled in the gentle breeze, the birds chirped in the trees, and the distant sounds of the waterfall could be heard in the background."

Question 52

Define olfactory imagery.

Answer 52

This type of imagery appeals to the sense of smell and describes scents.

Question 53

What is the effect of using olfactory imagery?

Answer 53

Can evoke memories and creates a sense of nostalgia and comfort.

Question 54

Give an example of olfactory imagery.

Answer 54

"The aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the air, making my mouth water"

Question 55

Define gustatory imagery.

Answer 55

This type of imagery appeals to the sense of taste and describes flavors.

Question 56

What is the effect of using gustatory imagery?

Answer 56

Create a sense of satisfaction or desire.

Question 57

Give an example of gustatory imagery.

Answer 57

"The sweet, tangy taste of the ripe strawberries exploded in my mouth, leaving me wanting more. "

Question 58

Define tactile imagery.

Answer 58

This type of imagery appeals to the sense of touch and describes textures.

Question 59

What is the effect of using tactile imagery?

Answer 59

Creates a sense of intimacy and closeness.

Question 60

Give an example of tactile imagery.

Answer 60

"The soft, velvety petals of the rose brushed against my fingertips as I reached out to touch it."

Question 61

Define caeasura.

Answer 61

Caesura is a literary device used in poetry and drama, which involves a pause or break in the middle of the line. This break can be marked by punctuation, commas, semicolon, or dash, or it can be a natural pause in the rhythm of the verse.

Question 62

What is the effect of using caesura?

Answer 62

Creating a moment of a d allows the reader or listener to pause and reflect on the meaning of the word It can also help to create a sense of rhythm and musicality in the verse.

Question 63

Give an example of caesura.

Answer 63

"To be, or not to be, that is the question" (Hamlet by William Shakespeare)

Question 64

Define epiphora.

Answer 64

A literary device that involves the repetition of a word or phrase at the end of a word or phrase at the end of successive clauses or sentences.

Question 65

What is the effect of using epiphora?

Answer 65

Creates a sense of momentum and reinforces the central message or theme of the text. Creates a sense of symmetry and balance in the verse.

Question 66

Give an example of epiphora.

Answer 66

"I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed; 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal."

Question 67

Define Anaphora.

Answer 67

A literary device that involves the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of a successive clause or sentence

Question 68

What is the effect of using anaphora?

Answer 68

Creates a sense of urgency and reinforces the central message or theme of the text. Also creates a sense of rhythm and musicality in the verse.

Question 69

Give an example of anaphora.

Answer 69

"We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender."