Figurative Language
a word that imitates a sound is called ________
onomatopoeia
which word is an antonym for mayhem and chaos?
a) Commotion
b) Confusion
c) Harmony
a document about an event by a person who was not present when the event took place is called ____________
secondary source
Snap, crackle, pop went the cereal.”
Which sound device is used?
Onomatopoeia
"As a doctor with over 20 years of experience, I can assure you this treatment is safe."
what rhetorical appeal is the author using?
ethos to establish credibility
Some of your own townspeople are champing at the bit to buy in. What is the meaning of the idiom "champing at the bit"?
a. chewing noisily
b. delighted
c. eager
d. afraid
Which word is an antonym for arrogant?
a) Cocky
b) Conceited
c) Humble
counterclaim
The big brown bear boldly bounded through the bushes. Is an example of what type of sound device?
Alliteration
"Studies show that students who read 30 minutes a day score 25% higher on standardized tests."
Is an example of what type of rhetorical appeal?
logos to present logical reasoning
uses an object, or symbol, to stand for another thing or idea
symbolism
The school might even profit from solar energy by selling excess energy to the utility companies. This surplus energy can be sold as Renewable Energy credits. What does the word surplus mean in this excerpt?
a. more than the amount needed
b. less than the amount needed
c. energy that comes from soil
d. transfer energy for solar power
To use information in the source and retell the same ideas in your own words is called _________
paraphrase
"My heart is a drum. It beats, it beats, it beats."
Is an example of what sound device?
repetition
"Every child deserves a warm bed and a safe home—don’t they?" Identify the two rhetorical devices present in the sentence.
rhetorical question and pathos
"the cast is a cocoon fir the transformation of my arm" this is an example of what type of figurative language
metaphor
The students were asked to scrutinize the article before writing their response. What does scrutinize mean in this sentence?
a) Scan quickly
b) Examine closely
c) Ignore completely
According to the association of boxing commissions, an ID card for a boxer will not be given without "an accurate and truthful application." This is an example of what type of text reference?
Quotations
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Sugar is sweet,
And so are you.
What is the rhyme scheme?
a) AABB
b) ABAB
c) ABCB
"We are not satisfied, and we will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters." Identify the two rhetorical devices present in the sentence.
repetition and simile
To make a broad statement without evidence to support it is called ___________
(hasty) generalization
He tried to fabricate an excuse for being late, but nobody believed him.
What does fabricate mean in this sentence?
a) Tell the truth
b) Make up
c) Forget
Which sentence uses both comparison and contrast?
a) Dogs are loyal pets.
b) While cats are more independent, dogs often seek constant attention.
c) Cats like to nap in the sun.
She walks in beauty, like the night
Of cloudless climes and starry skies;
And all that’s best of dark and bright
Meet in her aspect and her eyes.
What is the rhyme scheme?
a) ABAB
b) AABB
c) ABAB
"He ran like lightning down the field." Identify the two rhetorical devices present in the sentence.
simile and hyperbole