Literary Devices
This literary device compares two things using "like" or "as."
A simile
This character disguises herself as Cesario.
Viola
What does Op-Ed stand for? (+100 for definition)
Opinion Editorial, expressing a personal belief about temporary issues supported by facts
This Greek hero and King of Ithaca is the main protagonist of the epic poem, spending 20 years away from home.
Odysseus
Giving human characteristics to animals or objects.
Who is Viola's twin brother that she thinks died at sea.
Sebastian
An advertisement featuring a heartbreaking video of rescue animals shivering in cages represents what appeal.
Pathos
To outsmart the Cyclops Polyphemus, Odysseus tells the monster that this is his actual name. What name did he tell Polyphemus
"Nobody"
A statement that means the opposite of what is actually intended.
Irony
When Sebastian arrives in Illyria, many characters mistake him for this person.
Cesario (Viola)
This appeal relies heavily on the speaker's reputation, credentials, and moral character to win over an audience.
Ethos
The loyal wife of Odysseus delays her aggressive suitors for years by weaving and unweaving a burial shroud every night.
Penelope
An exaggeration of a statement for emphasis or effect. Ex. Her smile was a mile wide.
Hyperbole
This character convinces Sir Andrew Aguecheek to challenge Cesario to a duel, despite knowing neither fighter wants to fight.
Sir Toby Belch
If a tech company uses charts, statistics, and historical data about processor speeds to sell a new laptop, they are using this appeal.
Logos
To escape from Polyphemus's cave, what did Odysseus and his men do.
They hid underneath Polyphemus's sheep.
Which literary device is the use of words that suggest the sound they describe?
A. Hyperbole
B. Alliteration
C. Onomatopoeia
D. Personification
C. Onomatopoeia
Malvolio's downfall begins when he follows instructions from a forged letter and appears before Olivia wearing what type of unusual garments.
Yellow Stockings
He is the ancient Greek philosopher who formally categorized and made ethos, pathos, and logos.
Aristotle
After being shipwrecked and separated from his crew, Odysseus spends seven years on an island unable to return home because this goddess refuses to let him leave.
Calypso