Literature Test for 7th Grade

What literary device is used when a word or phrase is used to represent something beyond its literal meaning?

• Simile

• Irony

• Symbolism

• Rhyme

In the following sentence, identify the literary device used: "The world is a stage, and we are all actors."

• Simile

• Irony

• Symbolism

• Stanza

Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

• Saying the opposite of what one means

• A comparison using "like" or "as"

• The use of symbols to represent ideas

• A pattern of rhyme in a poem

What is the main characteristic of a simile?

• A direct comparison between two unlike things using "like" or "as"

• The use of symbols to convey a deeper meaning

• The unexpected twist in a story

• The repetition of similar sounds in a poem

Identify the three types of courage mentioned in literature:

• Physical, emotional, and intellectual courage

• Brave, fearless, and strong courage

• Bold, daring, and heroic courage

• Fearful, hesitant, and timid courage

Which of the following is a form of expression that combines the use of rhythmic and metaphorical language, often conveying intense emotions?

• Symbolism

• Irony

• Poem

• Stanza

What is a group of lines in a poem called, often separated by a space or indentation?

• Simile

• Irony

• Stanza

• Rhyme

Which term refers to the repetition of similar sounds at the end of words in a poem?

• Symbolism

• Simile

• Stanza

• Rhyme

In the literary conflict "Man vs. Nature," what is the central focus of the conflict?

• Conflict between individuals

• Conflict within a character's mind

• Conflict between a character and the natural world

• Conflict between characters and society

Which of the following phrases best describes a simile?

• "The wind whispered through the trees."

• "Time flies like an arrow."

• "The fog crept silently over the city."

• "The sun smiled down on the beach."