Word Choice
What type of word describes and modifies nouns?
A) Adverbs
B) Adjectives
C) Verbs
D) Pronouns
B) Adjectives
What type of figurative language uses "like" or "as" to make a comparison?
A) Metaphor
B) Simile
C) Personification
D) Alliteration
B) Simile
How many senses should good sensory details appeal to?
A) 3
B) 4
C) 5
D) 6
C) 5
What does "denotative" mean?
A) The emotional meaning of a word
B) The dictionary definition of a word
C) The implied meaning of a word
D) The opposite meaning of a word
B) The dictionary definition of a word
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of good descriptive writing?
A) Using vivid adjectives
B) Using as many adjectives as possible
C) Using strong verbs
D) Using sensory details
B) Using as many adjectives as possible
Which of these is an example of a strong verb?
A) Looked
B) Went
C) Gazed
D) Saw
C) Gazed
In the phrase "Love is a fragile flower," what type of figurative language is used?
A) Simile
B) Personification
C) Metaphor
D) Hyperbole
C) Metaphor
Which sense is NOT typically included in sensory details?
A) Touch
B) Taste
C) Balance
D) Smell
C) Balance
What does "connotative" mean?
A) The literal meaning of a word
B) The spelling of a word
C) The additional, emotional meanings associated with a word
D) The origin of a word
C) The additional, emotional meanings associated with a word
What are "dead words" in writing?
A) Words that are no longer used in modern language
B) Words that are overused and lack meaning
C) Words that are too difficult for readers to understand
D) Words that describe unpleasant things
B) Words that are overused and lack meaning
What type of word describes and modifies verbs?
A) Adjectives
B) Nouns
C) Adverbs
D) Prepositions
C) Adverbs
What is it called when you give human characteristics to non-human things?
A) Anthropomorphism
B) Personification
C) Symbolism
D) Allegory
B) Personification
What is imagery in writing?
A) Using only visual descriptions
B) Vivid, descriptive writing that paints a picture in the reader's mind
C) Using as many adjectives as possible
D) Writing that only appeals to sight and sound
B) Vivid, descriptive writing that paints a picture in the reader's mind
Which word has the most positive connotation?
A) Juvenile
B) Immature
C) Inexperienced
D) Naïve
D) Naïve
Which of these is considered a "dead word" that should be avoided in descriptive writing?
A) Vibrant
B) Delicious
C) Nice
D) Gleaming
C) Nice
Which word is NOT considered a strong verb?
A) Devoured
B) Sprinted
C) Ate
D) Whispered
C) Ate
n the sentence "The American flag danced proudly in the wind," what human characteristic is given to the flag?
A) Pride
B) Dancing
C) Waving
D) Americanism
B) Dancing
In the phrase "golden, gritty sand," which sense is being appealed to?
A) Sight
B) Touch
C) Taste
D) Both A and B
D) Both A and B
: Which word likely has the most negative connotation?
A) Amusing
B) Enjoyable
C) Fun
D) Pleasant
A) Amusing
What should you do when you encounter a "dead word" in your writing?
A) Leave it as is, because all words are useful
B) Replace it with a more meaningful and insightful word
C) Add more adjectives around it
D) Remove it without replacing it
B) Replace it with a more meaningful and insightful word