Pa105 Figurative Language
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A quiz over Simile, Metaphor, Hyperbole, Imagery, Symbolism, Tone, Mood, & more. . . .
Questions and Answers
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The following statement is an example of which figurative language?My mom's voice is annoying as nails scratching against a chalkboard!
- A.
Metaphor
- B.
Imagery
- C.
Symbolism
- D.
Mood
- E.
Simile
Correct Answer
E. SimileExplanation
The given statement compares the annoying nature of the mom's voice to the sound of nails scratching against a chalkboard. This comparison uses the word "as" to establish the similarity between the two things. Hence, the statement is an example of a simile, which is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using "like" or "as".Rate this question:
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The following statement is an example of a metaphor: "I am a wild tornado when someone makes me angry."
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement "I am a wild tornado when someone makes me angry" is an example of a metaphor because it is comparing the speaker's anger to a wild tornado. A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two things that are unrelated but share similar characteristics. In this case, the speaker is expressing their intense anger by likening it to the destructive and uncontrollable nature of a tornado.Rate this question:
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The following statement is an example of a which figurative language? "I have told you a million times to come home at 9:00pm!"
- A.
Tone
- B.
Symbolism
- C.
Hyperbole
- D.
Mood
- E.
Imagery
Correct Answer
C. HyperboleExplanation
The given statement, "I have told you a million times to come home at 9:00pm!" is an example of hyperbole. Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggeration for emphasis or dramatic effect. In this statement, the speaker is not literally saying that they have told the person a million times, but rather using exaggeration to emphasize their frustration or annoyance.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Choose the best option listed below?A girl cheats on her Math test at school. Because of the way cheating made her feel, she purposely fails the 2 following Math test to punish herself.
- A.
This represents a feeling of happiness.
- B.
This represents a feeling goofiness.
- C.
This represents a feeling of excitement.
- D.
This represents a feeling laziness & carelessness.
- E.
This represents a feeling guilt and shame.
Correct Answer
E. This represents a feeling guilt and shame.Explanation
The girl purposely failing the following Math tests as a form of punishment indicates that she feels guilty and ashamed for cheating on her previous test. She is intentionally sabotaging her own academic performance to make up for her dishonesty, which is a clear display of remorse and regret.Rate this question:
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The reader creates the tone.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "The reader creates the tone" is incorrect. The tone of a text is determined by the author's choice of words, style, and attitude towards the subject matter. The reader's interpretation of the text may vary and can influence their perception of the tone, but they do not create it. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Roses are Red Violets are Blue My world would fall apart If I didn't have you! The tone of this poem is:
- A.
Romantic
- B.
Silly
- C.
Depressing
- D.
Sad
- E.
Emotionless
Correct Answer
A. RomanticExplanation
The tone of this poem is romantic because it expresses love and affection towards someone. The use of traditional romantic symbols like roses and violets, as well as the sentiment that the speaker's world would fall apart without the person they are addressing, conveys a strong sense of love and romance.Rate this question:
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The following statement is an example of a Simile or Metaphor?My sister was as big as a bus when she was pregnant. The following statement is an example of a Simile or Metaphor?
- A.
Simile
- B.
Metaphor
Correct Answer
A. SimileExplanation
The given statement "My sister was as big as a bus when she was pregnant" is an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using the words "like" or "as." In this case, the speaker is comparing the size of their sister to the size of a bus using the word "as."Rate this question:
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- 8.
The following statement is an example of a Simile or Metaphor?"My life is an open book."
- A.
Simile
- B.
Metaphor
Correct Answer
B. MetaphorExplanation
The statement "My life is an open book" is an example of a metaphor. A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two things without using "like" or "as." In this case, the speaker is comparing their life to an open book, implying that their life is transparent and easily understood by others.Rate this question:
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Which of the following options would change this statement into a hyperbole?"I am hungry"
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I am starving!
- B.
I am so hungry.
- C.
I haven't eaten.
- D.
I am starving! I feel like I haven't eaten in 10 days!
- E.
I want some food.
Correct Answer
D. I am starving! I feel like I haven't eaten in 10 days!Explanation
The statement "I am starving! I feel like I haven't eaten in 10 days!" changes the original statement into a hyperbole by exaggerating the level of hunger. It intensifies the feeling of hunger by comparing it to not having eaten for an extended period of time.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Connotation is the dictionary definition of a word.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The explanation for the given answer is that connotation refers to the associated or secondary meaning of a word, rather than its dictionary definition. It is the emotional or cultural implication that a word carries, which may vary from person to person or in different contexts. Therefore, the statement that connotation is the dictionary definition of a word is incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The denotation of the word "dog" is a four legged mammal.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The denotation of a word refers to its literal or dictionary definition. In this case, the word "dog" is denoted as a four-legged mammal, which is true. Dogs are indeed four-legged mammals, making the statement true.Rate this question:
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Connotation is the emotional association that you have with the word.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning. It is the subjective and personal connection that an individual has with a word, which can be positive, negative, or neutral. This emotional association can vary among different people or cultures. Therefore, the statement that connotation is the emotional association that one has with a word is true.Rate this question:
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Which of the following words sound like a positive connotation (association) of the word "slim"?
- A.
Skinny
- B.
Scrawny
- C.
Slender
- D.
Lanky
Correct Answer
C. SlenderExplanation
The word "slender" sounds like a positive connotation of the word "slim" because it suggests a graceful and elegant body shape. Unlike the other options, "skinny" and "scrawny" have negative connotations, implying thinness in an unattractive or unhealthy way. "Lanky" also has a slightly negative connotation, suggesting awkwardness or ungainliness. "Slender" is the only word that aligns with the positive and desirable aspects of being slim.Rate this question:
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Which of the following words sound like a negative connotation (association) of the word "large"
- A.
Plus Size
- B.
Heavy Set
- C.
Fat
Correct Answer
C. FatExplanation
The word "fat" has a negative connotation when associated with the word "large" because it implies excessive weight or obesity, which is often seen as undesirable in society. The terms "plus size" and "heavy set" are more neutral and can be used to describe individuals who are larger in size without necessarily implying negativity.Rate this question:
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Comparing means to point out the similarities in something.Contrasting means to point out the differences in something.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
This statement is true because comparing involves identifying and highlighting the similarities between two or more things, while contrasting involves identifying and highlighting the differences between two or more things.Rate this question:
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The following are an example of:Harmon's school colors are purple & white.Wyandotte's school colors are red & black.Miss James teaches English.Mr. Campos teaches American History.The cool winters are much more bearable than the hot and miserable summers.
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Contrasting
- B.
Problem / Solution
- C.
Cause & Effect
Correct Answer
A. ContrastingExplanation
The given statements present two different sets of information that are opposite or contrasting to each other. The first set mentions the school colors of Harmon and Wyandotte, which are different from each other. The second set talks about two different teachers, Miss James and Mr. Campos, who teach different subjects. Lastly, the statement about the cool winters being more bearable than the hot and miserable summers also presents a contrasting situation. Therefore, the correct answer is contrasting.Rate this question:
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This is an example of Compare & Contrast:The senior class had a food fight in the cafeteria this morning. The administrators wanted to put a stop to their bad behavior so they threatened to cancel prom if the senior's behavior didn't improve.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The passage does not provide any information to support the statement that the answer is false. It does not compare or contrast anything, and there is no mention of the prom being canceled. Therefore, it is not possible to determine the correctness of the statement based on the given information.Rate this question:
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This is an example of Problem / Solution: The senior class had a food fight in the cafeteria this morning. The administrators wanted to put a stop to their bad behavior so they threatened to cancel prom if the senior's behavior didn't improve.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The explanation for the given correct answer, which is True, is that the administrators threatened to cancel prom as a solution to the senior class's bad behavior in the cafeteria. This indicates that the administrators saw the food fight as a problem and wanted to address it by using the potential cancellation of prom as a consequence. Therefore, it can be inferred that the statement is true.Rate this question:
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Imagery does the following:
- A.
Paints a picture in the reader's mind
- B.
Allows you to easily imagine you are there
- C.
Appeals to the 5 senses
- D.
All the above
Correct Answer
D. All the aboveExplanation
Imagery is a literary technique that uses descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures in the reader's mind. It appeals to the five senses - sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell - to make the reader feel as if they are experiencing the scene themselves. By painting a picture in the reader's mind and allowing them to easily imagine being there, imagery enhances the reader's understanding and connection to the text. Therefore, the correct answer is "All the above."Rate this question:
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This is an example of hyperbole:It is very hot outside.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "It is very hot outside" is not an example of hyperbole. Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggeration for emphasis or dramatic effect. In this case, the statement is simply describing the weather as being very hot, without any exaggeration. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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This is an example of hyperbole:It's so hot outside I think I'm going to melt!
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
This statement is an example of hyperbole because it exaggerates the temperature to emphasize how hot it is outside. The use of the phrase "I think I'm going to melt" is not meant to be taken literally, but rather to convey the extreme discomfort caused by the heat. Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggeration for emphasis or dramatic effect.Rate this question:
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- 22.
The following are all examples of ______________.Miss Harrington was a bulldozer, as she came storming through the classroom.You're a hurricane because you destroy everything in your way.School is a prison & I can't wait to get out!
Correct Answer
Metaphors
MetaphorExplanation
The given examples all use figurative language to compare one thing to another. In each sentence, a comparison is made between two unrelated things: Miss Harrington is compared to a bulldozer, the person being addressed is compared to a hurricane, and school is compared to a prison. These comparisons are metaphors, as they are not meant to be taken literally but instead create a vivid image or convey a certain meaning.Rate this question:
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The following are all examples of ______________.Your love is like a cool summer's night on a Friday.Your room is like a dumpster, there's trash everywhere!Babysitting is like an extremely hard aerobics class, it gives you a workout!
Correct Answer
Similes
SimileExplanation
The given examples all use comparisons using "like" or "is like" to describe something by comparing it to something else. This is a characteristic of similes, which are figures of speech that make comparisons between two different things to create vivid descriptions. In the examples, the comparisons are used to convey the qualities or characteristics of love, a messy room, and babysitting. Therefore, the correct answer is "Similes" or "Simile."Rate this question:
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