Poetic Devices Pop Quiz

Figurative Language F. L. : Writing that uses figures of speech (as opposed to literal language). __________: language that directly compares seemingly unrelated subjects, without the words "like" or "as” - the sun, for Shakespeare, becomes ‘the eye of heaven’.

Figurative Language, continued _________: a figure of speech in which one thing is compared to another, generally using “like” or “as” - His voice was loud, like thunder. _________: when something is said or written, but the reader can see a different meaning - the idiot in a story is described as a “genius;” sarcasm.

_________: Words or phrases used to create a picture in the reader’s mind, and which appeal to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch). Example: “Vast deserts of eternity,” “silvery steel,” or “The Autumn Blaze”

________: A story in which people, things, and actions represent an idea or generalization about life. Example: Death portrayed as a cloaked "grim reaper" with scythe and hourglass, or Justice depicted as a blindfolded figure with a sword and balances.

________: Using an image to represent an idea. Example: Storms often _________ impending disaster, red roses = love, doves = peace, black cats = bad luck, etc.