Figurative Language and Literary Devices

Figurative Language and Literary Devices

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Jackson Turner

English, Education

4th - 8th Grade

4 plays

Medium

The video explores various types of figurative language, including metaphors, similes, personification, hyperbole, idioms, irony, metonymy, symbolism, alliteration, anaphora, and onomatopoeia. Each section provides definitions, examples, and the impact of these devices on writing, encouraging students to enhance their writing skills by using figurative language creatively.

Read more

10 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between a metaphor and a simile?

Neither uses 'like' or 'as' to compare things.

Both use 'like' or 'as' to compare things.

A simile uses 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor does not.

A metaphor uses 'like' or 'as', while a simile does not.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does personification enhance writing?

By using symbols to represent ideas.

By creating unexpected twists.

By exaggerating for dramatic effect.

By adding human qualities to non-human things.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is hyperbole primarily used for in writing?

To convey literal meanings.

To create vivid imagery.

To add humor.

To emphasize or dramatize.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the idiom 'raining cats and dogs' mean?

Cats and dogs are falling from the sky.

The weather is unpredictable.

It is raining heavily.

It is raining lightly.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does irony add to writing?

By repeating sounds for effect.

By using symbols to convey deeper meanings.

By creating a contrast between expectation and reality.

By exaggerating for emphasis.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is metonymy?

Using a related term to represent something.

Using sounds to mimic actions.

Using a part to represent the whole.

Using symbols to convey ideas.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can a red rose symbolize in writing?

Peace

Friendship

Love

Anger

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is alliteration?

Repetition of the same sound at the beginning of words.

Repetition of the same word in a sentence.

Using symbols to convey meanings.

Using words that imitate sounds.

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What effect does anaphora have in writing?

It creates a musical quality.

It conveys literal meanings.

It emphasizes a message through repetition.

It adds humor to the text.

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of onomatopoeia?

Unity

Peace

Love

Buzz

Explore all questions with a free account

or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?
OSZAR »