Regents English Figurative Language and Literary Devices 3

Question 1

A scene that interrupts the chronological order of a narrative to show events from the past is called:

Accepted Answer

Flashback

Answer

A flashback is a narrative technique that interrupts the present action to depict events that occurred earlier in time.

Question 2

A recurring element — such as an image, symbol, or phrase — that appears throughout a literary work to reinforce its theme is called:

Accepted Answer

Motif

Answer

A motif is a recurring element in a work of literature that helps develop and reinforce the text's major themes.

Question 3

When a metaphor is developed and sustained throughout an entire poem or passage, it is called:

Accepted Answer

An extended metaphor

Answer

An extended metaphor is a comparison that is developed and maintained across multiple lines, stanzas, or paragraphs of a literary work.

Question 4

Placing two contrasting ideas, images, or characters side by side to highlight their differences is called:

Accepted Answer

Juxtaposition

Answer

Juxtaposition is the placement of two contrasting elements close together to highlight their differences or create a specific effect.

Question 5

Using the phrase 'passed away' instead of 'died' is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Euphemism

Answer

A euphemism is a mild or indirect expression used in place of a blunt or harsh one, often to soften the impact of an unpleasant reality.

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