The Language of Loss: Poetic Devices in Elegies
| Description: This quiz will test your understanding of the various poetic devices used in elegies to express loss and grief. | |
| Number of Questions: 15 | |
| Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
| Tags: poetry elegies literary devices figurative language |
Which poetic device uses imagery to compare two unlike things without using the words 'like' or 'as'?
Which poetic device gives human qualities to an animal, object, or idea?
Which poetic device uses a symbol to represent an abstract idea or concept?
Which poetic device uses a comparison between two unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as'?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is not literally true?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is opposite to its true meaning?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is unexpected or surprising?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is vague or ambiguous?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is beautiful or pleasing?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is sad or mournful?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is angry or resentful?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is hopeful or optimistic?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is ironic or humorous?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is exaggerated or overstated?
Which poetic device uses a figure of speech to describe something in a way that is understated or minimized?