AP Practice Test: Video 7 Answers (25 Questions)

Question 1

In poetry analysis, what does 'enjambment' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The continuation of a sentence beyond the end of a line

Answer

Enjambment is when a phrase or sentence runs over from one line to the next without a terminal pause.

Question 2

A phrase like 'passed away' used in place of 'died' is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Euphemism

Answer

A euphemism substitutes a milder expression for one considered harsh or blunt.

Question 3

Which term describes the use of a tangible object to represent an intangible idea?

Accepted Answer

Symbolism

Answer

Symbolism uses concrete objects to stand for abstract concepts.

Question 4

A speaker addresses an absent person or abstract idea directly. This device is called:

Accepted Answer

Apostrophe

Answer

Apostrophe is a direct address to someone absent, dead, or to an abstraction.

Question 5

The deliberate exaggeration for emphasis or effect is called:

Accepted Answer

Hyperbole

Answer

Hyperbole is an overstatement used for emphasis, not meant to be taken literally.