Literary Terms3 Flashcards
(24 cards)
What is imagery in literature?
Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images.
True or False: Hyperbole is an understatement used for emphasis.
False
Fill in the blank: The literal meaning of a word is called its __________.
denotation
What is a cliche?
A cliche is an overused expression or idea that has lost its originality.
What is a paradox?
A paradox is a statement that seems contradictory but reveals a truth.
True or False: An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms.
True
What is personification?
Personification is assigning human characteristics to non-human entities or objects.
What does a symbol represent in literature?
A symbol represents an idea or concept beyond its literal meaning.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of hyperbole? A) ‘It was raining cats and dogs.’ B) ‘The grass is green.’ C) ‘She is as tall as a tree.’
A) ‘It was raining cats and dogs.’
Fill in the blank: ‘Bitter sweet’ is an example of an __________.
oxymoron
What is the primary purpose of imagery in writing?
The primary purpose of imagery is to create vivid mental pictures that enhance the reader’s experience.
True or False: A symbol can have multiple meanings.
True
What is the opposite of denotation?
Connotation
Multiple Choice: Which phrase is a cliche? A) ‘Time will tell.’ B) ‘The early bird catches the worm.’ C) Both A and B.
C) Both A and B.
What is an example of a paradox?
Less is more.
Fill in the blank: __________ is often used to exaggerate for emphasis.
Hyperbole
True or False: Personification can only be used for animals.
False
What literary device uses vivid descriptions to evoke sensory experiences?
Imagery
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of personification? A) ‘The wind whispered through the trees.’ B) ‘The stars twinkled.’ C) ‘The book was on the table.’
A) ‘The wind whispered through the trees.’
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a phrase that combines contradictory terms, like ‘deafening silence.’
oxymoron
What is the effect of using cliches in writing?
Cliches can make writing feel unoriginal and dull.
True or False: A symbol must always be a physical object.
False
What is the role of connotation in understanding a word?
Connotation adds emotional or cultural associations to a word beyond its denotation.
What is an example of a symbol in literature?
The color red can symbolize passion or danger.
