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Figurative Language - CMS 8th Grade
Test Description: Figurative Language terms and examples
Instructions: Answer all questions to get your test result.
1) What is a simile?
A
a comparison of two unlike things saying one thing
B
saying less than what is meant for effect
C
a comparison of two unlike things using like or as
D
a regularly-repeated phrase or verse of a poem or song
2) Which of the following best describes the purpose of repetition in literature?
A
To emphasize a point or theme
B
To introduce new characters
C
To confuse the reader
D
To provide comic relief
3) Which is an example of hyperbole?
A
I ran faster than ever.
B
I don't like waking up early.
C
I am so hungry I could eat a horse.
D
I wish it would snow all day.
4) Which of the following is a metaphor?
A
dark as the dirt
B
none of the above
C
bright as the sun
D
the sun is yellow
5) Define symbolism.
A
comparison of two unlike objects, people or actions using the word like
B
attitude of the author toward the subject of the topic
C
exaggeration of events
D
person, object or action that means more than its literary meaning
6) An example of allusion is . . .
A
A story that has illustrations
B
A story that is missing one of the plot line contents
C
A story that needs a better ending
D
A story that refers to the Bible or Greek mythology
7) What is the best example of alliteration?
A
The bear roared all night.
B
Big Bob bought blueberries.
C
The tree grabbed me as I walked by.
D
Her head was as big as a basketball.
8) An example of onomatopoeia is...
A
Twinkle
B
Crunch
C
Sparkle
D
Snow
9) Which of the following is an example of a personification?
A
The building was like a mountain among the trees.
B
The building was a mountain among the trees.
C
The building was ten miles high.
D
The building was staring at me as I walked by.
10) Which is an example of an idiom?
A
I have told you a million times that your paper is due tomorrow.
B
Break a leg.
C
He acts like such an idiot.
D
I think I need a bigger box
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