Language

Question 1

Simile

Answer 1

A comparison using “like” or “as”. Example: “She was as fast as a cheetah.”

Question 2

Metaphor

Answer 2

A direct comparison saying something is something else. Example: “Time is a thief.”

Question 3

Personification

Answer 3

Giving human qualities to non-human things. Example: “The wind whispered through the trees.”

Question 4

Alliteration

Answer 4

The repetition of the same sound at the start of words. Example: “Big brown bear.”

Question 5

Onomatopoeia

Answer 5

Words that imitate sounds. Example: “Bang!”

Question 6

Hyperbole

Answer 6

Exaggeration for effect. Example: “I’ve told you a million times!”

Question 7

Emotive Language

Answer 7

Words used to create strong emotions. Example: “The heart-wrenching story moved everyone to tears.”

Question 8

Rhetorical Question

Answer 8

A question asked for effect

Question 9

Repetition

Answer 9

Using the same word or phrase multiple times for emphasis. Example: “Never

Question 10

Facts & Statistics

Answer 10

Using real evidence to support a point. Example: “75% of people agree.”

Question 11

Direct Address

Answer 11

Speaking directly to the reader using “you”. Example: “You need to act now.”

Question 12

Triples (Rule of Three)

Answer 12

Using three descriptive words or ideas for impact. Example: “The product is fast

Question 13

Formal & Informal Language

Answer 13

Formal is professional and polite; informal is casual and conversational.

Question 14

Imperative Verbs (Commands)

Answer 14

Telling someone to do something. Example: “Buy now!”

Question 15

Colloquial Language

Answer 15

Everyday informal language