1. What is a simile? a) A comparison using “like” or “as” b) A comparison without using “like” or “as” c) A repetition of consonant sounds d) A repetition of vowel sounds

Answer: a) A comparison using “like” or “as”

1. What is a metaphor? a) A comparison using “like” or “as” b) A comparison without using “like” or “as” c) A repetition of consonant sounds d) A repetition of vowel sounds

Answer: b) A comparison without using “like” or “as”

1. What is alliteration? a) A comparison using “like” or “as” b) A comparison without using “like” or “as” c) A repetition of consonant sounds d) A repetition of vowel sounds

Answer: c) A repetition of consonant sounds

1. What is assonance? a) A comparison using “like” or “as” b) A comparison without using “like” or “as” c) A repetition of consonant sounds d) A repetition of vowel sounds

Answer: d) A repetition of vowel sounds

1. What is onomatopoeia? a) A comparison using “like” or “as” b) A comparison without using “like” or “as” c) A repetition of consonant sounds d) A word that imitates a sound

Answer: d) A word that imitates a sound

1. Define personification. Answer: Giving human qualities to non-human things or ideas.

2. What is the difference between a rhyme and a slant rhyme? Answer: A rhyme is when two words have the same ending sound, while a slant rhyme is when two words have similar but not identical ending sounds.

3. What is imagery? Answer: The use of descriptive language to create a mental picture in the reader’s mind.

4. What is the purpose of repetition in poetry? Answer: To emphasize a point or idea, create a rhythm, or create a sense of unity.

5. Give an example of a poem that uses alliteration. Answer: “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.”

Grading Rubric: - Each multiple choice question is worth 1 point. - Each short-answer question is worth 2 points. - Total possible points: 20 - Grading scale: - 18-20 points: A - 15-17 points: B - 12-14 points: C - 9-11 points: D - 0-8 points: F