Hyperbole, Alliteration, Simile, Or Metaphor

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Hyperbole, Alliteration, Simile, Or Metaphor - Quiz

Test your ability to identify 4 kinds of literary devices.

Questions and Answers

1.

She was as sweet as sugar. This is an example of a metaphor.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
This sentence is not an example of a metaphor. A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things without using "like" or "as". In this sentence, the phrase "as sweet as sugar" is a simile because it uses the word "as" to make a comparison. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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2.

I like you very much. This is an example of a simile.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement "I like you very much" is not an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using "like" or "as". In this statement, there is no comparison being made, so it cannot be classified as a simile. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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3.

She sells sea shells by the sea shore. This is an example of alliteration.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This statement is an example of alliteration because it uses the repetition of the "s" sound in multiple words, specifically "sells," "sea," and "shells." Alliteration is a literary device that adds emphasis, rhythm, and musicality to a phrase or sentence by repeating the same sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words. In this case, the repeated "s" sound creates a pleasing and memorable effect, making it a clear example of alliteration.

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4.

I'm so tired I could sleep for a year. This is an example of a hyperbole.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement "I'm so tired I could sleep for a year" is an exaggeration or hyperbole. It is not meant to be taken literally, but rather emphasizes the extreme level of exhaustion the person feels. Hyperboles are commonly used in literature and everyday language to add emphasis or create a dramatic effect.

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5.

She was as mean as an evil monster. This is an example of simile.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement "She was as mean as an evil monster" compares the mean behavior of the person to the cruelty of an evil monster. This comparison is a simile, as it uses the word "as" to establish the similarity between the two things. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using "like" or "as". Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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6.

As I was walking home, I saw my dog running toward me. This is an example of metaphor.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement "As I was walking home, I saw my dog running toward me" is not an example of a metaphor. It is a literal statement describing a real-life situation where the speaker saw their dog running towards them while walking home. A metaphor, on the other hand, is a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things without using "like" or "as". Since the statement does not involve any figurative language or comparison, the correct answer is False.

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I was so frightened by the ghost, I was shaking from head to toe. This is not an example of hyperbole.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
This statement is an example of hyperbole because it exaggerates the level of fear experienced by the speaker. The phrase "shaking from head to toe" is not meant to be taken literally, but rather emphasizes the extreme fright the ghost caused. Hyperbole is a figure of speech that uses exaggeration for emphasis or dramatic effect.

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My mom was as mad as a hornet's nest when she saw the bad grade on my report card. This is an example of a simile.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement "My mom was as mad as a hornet's nest when she saw the bad grade on my report card" is an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using "like" or "as". In this case, the mother's anger is being compared to the intensity and fury of a hornet's nest, emphasizing the strength and intensity of her emotions.

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My teacher's toenails tore a hole in the tarp. This is an axample of hyperbole.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
This sentence does not contain hyperbole. Hyperbole is an exaggeration used for emphasis or dramatic effect. The statement "My teacher's toenails tore a hole in the tarp" does not seem to be an exaggeration, but rather a literal statement. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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Emma, Jess, Alex, Sarah, Jaileen and Franco tip toed into the classroom like mice sneaking into a cook's kitchen. This is an example of a simile.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement "Emma, Jess, Alex, Sarah, Jaileen and Franco tip toed into the classroom like mice sneaking into a cook's kitchen" is an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words "like" or "as". In this case, it is comparing the quiet and sneaky entrance of the individuals to the way mice sneak into a kitchen.

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Hyperbole, Alliteration, Simile, Or Metaphor

She was as sweet as sugar. This is an example of a metaphor.

I like you very much. This is an example of a simile.

She sells sea shells by the sea shore. This is an example of alliteration.

I'm so tired I could sleep for a year. This is an example of a hyperbole.

She was as mean as an evil monster. This is an example of simile.

As I was walking home, I saw my dog running toward me. This is an example of metaphor.

I was so frightened by the ghost, I was shaking from head to toe. This is not an example of hyperbole.

My mom was as mad as a hornet's nest when she saw the bad grade on my report card. This is an example of a simile.

My teacher's toenails tore a hole in the tarp. This is an axample of hyperbole.

Emma, Jess, Alex, Sarah, Jaileen and Franco tip toed into the classroom like mice sneaking into a cook's kitchen. This is an example of a simile.