STAAR Vocabulary Review

What is the definition of 'speaker' in poetry?

• The person who writes the poem

• The person who is telling the poem

• The main character in the poem

• The person who reads the poem aloud

A rhyme scheme is a pattern of rhymes at the end of each line of a poem or song. Which of the following best describes a rhyme scheme?

• A pattern of rhyme in a poem

• A type of poem

• A musical note

• A type of stanza

'Alliteration' means:

• Repeated words with the same beginning sounds

• The use of vivid and descriptive language

• A comparison using 'like' or 'as'

• The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named

A comparison that uses 'like' or 'as'.

• A metaphor

• A simile

• A hyperbole

• An alliteration

What is 'personification'?

• Giving a non-living thing human qualities

• A type of poem that tells a story.

• A form of writing that uses rhyme and rhythm.

• A technique used to create suspense in a story.

A 'metaphor' is:

• a type of simile

• a comparison that does not use like or as

• a figure of speech that uses 'like' or 'as'

• a literal statement

Explain 'sensory language/imagery'.

• Descriptive language that paints a picture with words

• Sensory language/imagery is a type of sign language used by the visually impaired.

• Sensory language/imagery refers to the use of technical jargon in scientific writing.

• Sensory language/imagery is a method of communication used by animals.

Onomatopoeia refers to:

• a type of poem

• sound words

• a type of rhythm

• a form of alliteration

What is the 'cast of characters'?

• The characters with speaking parts in a play

• A type of fishing technique

• A method of character development in writing

• A group of people in a reality show

A 'scene' in a play is defined as:

• A portion of a play which happens in a specific setting; has only one setting

• The main theme of the play.

• The dialogue between two characters.

• The final act of the play.