lit quiz #2

Question 1

paradox

Answer 1

statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth

Question 2

simile

Answer 2

figure of speech that expresses a resemblance between things of different kinds (like or as)

Question 3

abstract

Answer 3

typically complex writing that discusses intangible qualities like good & evil, and seldom uses example to support its point

Question 4

foot

Answer 4

basic unit of rhythmic measurement in a line of poetry

Question 5

hyperbole

Answer 5

figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion, make a point or evoke humor

Question 6

ballad

Answer 6

popular narrative poem, often with epic subject and usually in lyric form

Question 7

travesty

Answer 7

grotesque or grossly inferior imitation

Question 8

pun

Answer 8

play on words, often achieved through the use of words with similar sounds but different meanings

Question 9

epic

Answer 9

long narrative poem written in elevated style which present the adventures of characters of high position & episodes that are important to history of race/nation

Question 10

nemesis

Answer 10

protagonist’s arch enemy or supreme & persistently difficult