Literary Elements Quiz

What is the definition of suspense in literature?

• The feeling of complete certainty and predictability in a story.

• The absence of any conflict or tension in a narrative.

• The act of revealing all the plot twists and surprises at the beginning of a story.

• The feeling of uncertainty or anticipation that keeps the reader engaged and wanting to know what will happen next.

Which literary element refers to the person or entity who tells the story?

• narrator

• antagonist

• protagonist

• author

What does it mean when a character or narrator is unreliable in a story?

• They always tell the truth in the story.

• They are the main protagonist of the story.

• They have a strong moral compass in the story.

• Their perspective or account of events cannot be fully trusted or relied upon.

Which literary device compares two things using 'like' or 'as'?

• metaphor

• hyperbole

• simile

• personification

What are misclues in a story?

• Misclues in a story are red herrings.

• Misclues in a story are intentional distractions.

• Misclues in a story are misleading or false clues.

• Misclues in a story are plot holes.

What is personification in literature?

• Personification in literature is the use of exaggerated or extravagant language.

• Personification in literature is the use of symbols to represent abstract ideas.

• Personification in literature is the use of rhyme and rhythm to create a musical quality.

• Personification in literature is attributing human qualities to inanimate objects or abstract concepts.

What is the purpose of foreshadowing in a story?

• To summarize the main events of the story.

• To hint or suggest future events or outcomes

• To create suspense and tension in the story.

• To provide background information about the characters.

What is dramatic irony in literature?

• When the audience or reader knows something that the characters do not.

• When the characters know something that the audience or reader does not.

• When the audience or reader knows everything that the characters know.

• When the characters and the audience or reader know the same information.

What is macabre literature?

• Genre of literature that focuses on death, horror, and the supernatural.

• Genre of literature that focuses on adventure and exploration.

• Genre of literature that focuses on comedy and humor.

• Genre of literature that focuses on romance and love.

Which literary element creates a sense of fear or horror?

• suspense

• symbolism

• irony

• foreshadowing