Poetic devices used in ‘Cosmic Disco’ by Grace Nichols | Exit Quiz | Oak National Academy

What is personification?

• when words that begin with the same sound are placed close together

• a comparison between two things by stating that one thing is another

• describing a non-living thing as if it is a person

Answer explanation

Personification is describing a non-living thing as if it is a person.

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What is a metaphor?

• a way of comparing something using the words ‘like’ or ‘as’

• the repetition of sounds at the beginning words like ‘endless echo’

• a way of describing and comparing something by saying that it is something else

Answer explanation

A metaphor is a poetic device that makes a comparison between two things by stating that one thing is another, creating vivid imagery and deeper layers of meaning. The central metaphor of ‘Cosmic Disco’ compares the universe to a dance party.

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What is alliteration?

• the repetition of the same sound found at the start of words

• a way of describing a non-living thing as if it acts or feels like a human

• the use of language to create a mental picture or sensory experience

Answer explanation

Alliteration is the repetition of the same sound found at the start of words that come close together.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

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Which sentence contains alliteration?

• The moonlight sparkles softly, spreading its silver glow.

• The moon whispers secrets to the night.

• The moon hangs in the sky like a glowing lantern.

Answer explanation

Alliteration is the repetition of the same sound found at the start of words that come close together. The words 'sparkles', 'softly', 'spreading' and 'sliver' all begin with the 's' sound.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

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CCSS.RL.3.5

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Which sentence shows personification?

• The universe is a grand celestial symphony.

• The universe tells its secrets to the stars.

• The universe is infinite.

Answer explanation

Personification is describing a non-living thing as if it is a person. The universe cannot 'talk'. It is being decribed as if it were human.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

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What poetic device is used in this sentence? The sun whispers secrets to the planets, guiding them on their journey.

• alliteration

• metaphor

• personification

• simile

Answer explanation

Personification is describing a non-living thing as if it is a person.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5