Figurative Language Mastery Quiz 2

Define symbolism in literature.

• The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities

• A type of rhyme scheme in poetry

• A narrative technique that uses humor

• A form of dialogue between characters

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which of the following is an example of symbolism?

• A red rose representing love

• A loud noise representing a surprise

• A fast car representing speed

• A tall building representing height

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Explain how the color black can be used as a symbol in literature.

• It can symbolize darkness or evil.

• It can symbolize happiness and joy.

• It can symbolize speed and agility.

• It can symbolize wealth and prosperity.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

What is parallelism in writing?

• The use of similar grammatical structures in a series

• The use of contrasting ideas in a sentence

• The repetition of the same word for emphasis

• The use of dialogue to advance the plot

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Identify the sentence that uses parallelism.

• She likes reading, writing, and to paint.

• He enjoys hiking, swimming, and biking.

• They went to the store, bought groceries, and were cooking dinner.

• I will either go to the park or stay home.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Explain why parallelism is used in writing.

• To create a sense of rhythm and balance in a sentence

• To confuse the reader with complex structures

• To make sentences longer and more detailed

• To introduce new vocabulary words

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CCSS.L.9-10.1A

Which of the following sentences demonstrates parallelism?

• She is smart, talented, and has a lot of creativity.

• The dog barked loudly, ran quickly, and jumped high.

• He likes to run, jumping, and to swim.

• They were tired, hungry, and wanted to sleep.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

What is the definition of idiom?

• Comparing two unlike things using like or as

• Comparing two unlike things

• When a group of words have a different meaning than what they actually say

• I love pizza!

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

A word or a phrase which means something different from its literal meaning.

• simile

• onomatopoeia

• hyperbole

• idiom

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

• A

• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4