language techniques Flashcards
Personification
when something that isn’t a human is given human features
metaphor
When you poetically say something and its sometimes used to over exagerate
irony
signifies the opposite of something
What is a simile?
A figure of speech that compares two different things using ‘like’ or ‘as’.
True or False: A metaphor directly states that one thing is another.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is the repetition of the same consonant sounds at the beginning of words in a sentence or phrase.
Alliteration
What is personification?
A technique where human traits are attributed to non-human objects or abstract concepts.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of hyperbole? A) It’s raining cats and dogs. B) The sun is shining brightly. C) She is as brave as a lion.
A) It’s raining cats and dogs.
What does onomatopoeia refer to?
Words that imitate the natural sounds of a thing.
True or False: An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is the use of exaggeration for emphasis or effect.
Hyperbole
What is an idiom?
A phrase or expression whose meaning is not predictable from the usual meanings of its constituent elements.
Multiple Choice: Which technique is used when a writer gives hints about what will happen later in the story? A) Foreshadowing B) Flashback C) Irony
A) Foreshadowing
What is the purpose of a rhetorical question?
To create a dramatic effect or to make a point rather than to elicit an answer.
True or False: Irony is when the outcome is the opposite of what is expected.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is a comparison that does not use ‘like’ or ‘as’.
Metaphor
What does the term ‘imagery’ refer to?
Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a mental picture.
Multiple Choice: What is the main function of a pun? A) To confuse B) To create humor C) To clarify meaning
B) To create humor
What is a symbol in literature?
An object, character, figure, or color used to represent abstract ideas or concepts.
True or False: A cliche is an original phrase that is unique and fresh.
False
Fill in the blank: __________ is a story within a story.
Frame story
What is the effect of using repetition in writing?
To emphasize a point or create a rhythm.
Multiple Choice: Which technique involves the use of a part to represent the whole? A) Synecdoche B) Metonymy C) Alliteration
A) Synecdoche
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile uses ‘like’ or ‘as’ for comparison, while a metaphor states that one thing is another.
True or False: A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of a piece of writing.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ is when a writer refers to a well-known story, event, or person to make a point.
Allusion
What does ‘tone’ refer to in writing?
The author’s attitude or approach toward the subject matter.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a metaphor? A) She runs like the wind. B) Time is a thief. C) The stars twinkled like diamonds.
B) Time is a thief.
What is an allegory?
A narrative in which characters and events symbolize broader themes and concepts.
