Figurative Language Quiz (identification)

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• Her smile was as bright as the sun.

• The classroom was a zoo.

• The car honked loudly.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the example of personification from the options below.

• The leaves danced in the wind.

• He is as brave as a lion.

• The thunder roared like a lion.

• She is a shining star.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which sentence contains an example of onomatopoeia?

• The clock ticked loudly in the silent room.

• She is a night owl.

• The stars were diamonds in the sky.

• He ran as fast as lightning.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the example of alliteration in the following sentences.

• Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.

• The sun was a golden ball.

• The car screeched to a halt.

• She is as busy as a bee.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

• I have a million things to do today.

• The leaves whispered secrets to each other.

• He is as strong as an ox.

• The car engine roared to life.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the example of an allusion in the sentences below.

• He was a real Romeo with the ladies.

• The waves crashed against the shore.

• She sings like an angel.

• The fire crackled in the fireplace.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following sentences contains an idiom?

• It's raining cats and dogs.

• The stars danced in the sky.

• He is a shining star.

• The car zoomed past us.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the paradox in the following sentences.

• Less is more.

• The sun was a golden ball.

• She is as busy as a bee.

• The car engine roared to life.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following sentences best demonstrates parallel structure?

• She likes reading, writing, and to jog.

• He enjoys playing football, watching movies, and to swim.

• They went to the store, bought some groceries, and cooked dinner.

• She is smart, talented, and has a good sense of humor.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the tone of the following sentence: "The dark clouds loomed overhead, casting a shadow over the once cheerful village."

• Joyful

• Ominous

• Indifferent

• Excited

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept