What is a simile?
Language Techniques Quiz

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9th - 12th Grade
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James McKenna
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A figure of speech that compares two things using like or as
A type of metaphor that transforms one thing into another
A technique that gives human qualities to non-human things
An exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using alliteration in writing?
To compare one thing to another using like or as
To create a memorable sound and emphasize a point
To transform one thing into another
To give human qualities to non-human things
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a metaphor?
A figure of speech that compares two things using like or as
A language technique that transforms one thing into another
A technique that gives human qualities to non-human things
An exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are nouns and verbs used for effect in writing?
To compare one thing to another using like or as
To create a memorable sound and emphasize a point
To evoke or give off certain emotions or feelings
To describe people, places, objects, or actions
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is personification?
A figure of speech that compares two things using like or as
A type of metaphor that transforms one thing into another
A technique that gives human qualities to non-human things
An exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are adjectives and adverbs used for in writing?
To compare one thing to another using like or as
To create a memorable sound and emphasize a point
To add to descriptions and build specific images or feelings
To repeat a word, phrase, or idea again and again
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of repetition in writing?
To stick an idea in a reader's head or to emphasize a particular idea or feeling
To create a memorable sound and emphasize a point
To transform one thing into another
To give human qualities to non-human things
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