Literary Terms2 Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is alliteration?
The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.
True or False: A simile directly compares two unlike things using ‘like’ or ‘as’.
True
Fill in the blank: A ________ is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn’t literally true, often using ‘is’ to make the comparison.
metaphor
What is an allusion?
An indirect reference to a person, place, event, or literary work.
Which of the following is an example of onomatopoeia? A) Whisper B) Boom C) Love
B) Boom
True or False: Connotation refers to the explicit dictionary definition of a word.
False
What is the difference between connotation and denotation?
Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, while connotation includes the emotional or cultural associations of that word.
Identify the literary term: ‘The wind whispered through the trees.’
Personification
What is the purpose of alliteration in literature?
To create rhythm, enhance mood, and emphasize particular phrases.
Fill in the blank: A __________ compares two things without using ‘like’ or ‘as’.
metaphor
Provide an example of a simile.
Her smile was like the sun.
True or False: Onomatopoeia can only refer to sounds.
True
What is the effect of using allusion in a text?
It adds depth and meaning by linking to external ideas or events.
Choose the correct term: ‘He is a lion in battle.’ This is an example of A) Simile B) Metaphor C) Alliteration.
B) Metaphor
What does connotation add to a word?
Emotional or cultural meaning beyond its literal definition.
