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Figurative Language Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

The stars were diamonds in the night sky.
Explanation

Comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

#2

Which figurative language device involves the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words?

Alliteration
Explanation

Repeating initial consonant sounds.

#3

What is the purpose of using figurative language in writing?

To evoke emotions and create vivid imagery
Explanation

Enhancing expression and imagery.

#4

Which figurative language device involves using words that imitate the sound they describe?

Onomatopoeia
Explanation

Words imitating sounds.

#5

What figurative language device involves the use of exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally?

Hyperbole
Explanation

Exaggeration for emphasis.

#6

In the phrase 'time is a thief in the night,' what type of figurative language is used?

Metaphor
Explanation

Implied comparison without 'like' or 'as'.

#7

Which of the following is an example of personification?

The flowers danced in the breeze.
Explanation

Attributing human qualities to non-human things.

#8

In the phrase 'time flew by,' what figurative language device is used?

Metaphor
Explanation

Implied comparison without 'like' or 'as'.

#9

Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

I've told you a million times to clean your room.
Explanation

Exaggeration for emphasis.

#10

Which figurative language device involves giving human qualities to inanimate objects or abstract concepts?

Personification
Explanation

Attributing human traits to non-human entities.

#11

What is the primary difference between a metaphor and a simile?

A simile directly equates two things, while a metaphor suggests a resemblance.
Explanation

Simile uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while metaphor doesn't.

#12

Identify the figure of speech in the sentence: 'The thunderous applause echoed through the auditorium.'

Onomatopoeia
Explanation

Words imitating sounds.

#13

What figurative language device is present in the sentence: 'The city never sleeps'?

Personification
Explanation

Attributing human qualities to a non-human entity.

#14

Identify the type of figurative language in the phrase: 'He had a heart of stone.'

Metaphor
Explanation

Implied comparison without 'like' or 'as'.

#15

Which figurative language device involves using a part to represent the whole or vice versa?

Metonymy
Explanation

Substitution of one term with another related term.

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