Literary Devices in 'My Side of the Mountain'

What is the main theme of 'My Side of the Mountain'?

• Technology

• Space exploration

• Independence

• Urbanization

Answer explanation

Sam is a great example of independence because he is able to survive and thrive on his own

Which literary device is used to create a personal connection between the reader and Sam Gribley?

• Irony

• Alliteration

• First-person narration

• Hyperbole

Answer explanation

by using 1st person POV the narrator seems like he is talking to the reader to make them a part of the story

What does the fire symbolize in the novel?

• Destruction

• Survival

• Danger

Answer explanation

fire is a POSITIVE symbol in this novel, every time he has a fire he is warm and able to eat

What type of imagery is predominantly used in the novel?

• Technological advancements

• City landscapes

• Futuristic cities

• Wilderness and natural beauty

Answer explanation

the imagery in the novel helps the reader feel like they are in the wilderness with Sam

TRUE OR FALSE:

This story also explores a theme of the bond (relationship) between animals and humans.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Sam relies on the animals in the wilderness for companionship and to help him understand the environment and thrive on his own

What does Sam compare his relationship with nature to?

• A mystery

• A competition

• A partnership

• A battle

Answer explanation

Sam feels as though he and the nature/environment around him are useful to one another

Which literary device is used to hint at future events in the novel?

• Foreshadowing

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Onomatopoeia

Answer explanation

foreshadowing is when something happens in the story to give us a "sneak peek" of something that will happen later

The following quote is an example of what?
"They [the trees] were giants... old, old giants"

• Satire

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Allusion

Answer explanation

it is a metaphor because Sam is saying the trees ARE giants. He is not saying they're LIKE giants.

What does the personification of the wind as a "playmate" represent?

• Loneliness

• Friendship

• Anger

• Fear

Answer explanation

a playmate is someone/something you enjoy the company of

Which literary device involves using historical references to enrich the story?

• Flashback

• Allusion

Answer explanation

an allusion is when an author includes a reference to something; it can be historical, biblical, something from pop culture, etc.