Question 1

In which of the following figures of speech a part of something is used to signify the whole?
A)simile
B)metaphor
C)synecdoche
D)metonymy

Accepted Answer

Synecdoche is a figure of speech where a part of something is used to refer to the whole. For example, using "wheels" to refer to a car.

Question 2

In which of the following figures of speech is a literal term for one thing is applied to another with which it is closely associated?
A)simile
B)metaphor
C)synecdoche
D)metonymy

Accepted Answer

Metonymy is the figure of speech where a thing or concept is referred to by the name of something closely associated with that thing or concept. For example, using "the White House" to refer to the President of the United States or "the crown" to refer to the monarchy.

Question 3

In which of the following figures of speech a statement that appears to be absurd or self-contradictory turns out to have a valid meaning
A)simile
B)metaphor
C)synecdoche
D)paradox

Accepted Answer

A paradox is a figure of speech in which a statement that appears to be self-contradictory or absurd at first, reveals a deeper, often insightful truth upon closer examination.

Question 4

------is a form of paradox in which the adjective seem to contradict the noun it modifies.
A)oxymoron
B)paradox
C)irony
D)synecdoche

Accepted Answer

An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which two seemingly contradictory terms appear in conjunction. It specifically involves an adjective that seems to contradict the noun it modifies, creating a paradoxical effect.

Question 5

"terrible beauty " is an example for------
A)oxymoron
B)paradox
C)irony
D)synecdoche

Accepted Answer

"Terrible beauty" is an oxymoron because it combines two contradictory terms, suggesting a complex or nuanced quality.

Question 6

"child is the father of man" is an instance for-------.
A)oxymoron
B)paradox
C)irony
D)synecdoche

Accepted Answer

The phrase "child is the father of man" is a paradox because it juxtaposes two seemingly contradictory elements (the roles of child and father) to reveal a deeper truth, suggesting that a person's childhood influences their adult character.

Question 7

"The crown' or "Sceptre" used in the sense of "King"is an example for------
A)simile
B)metaphor
C)synecdoche
D)metonymy

Accepted Answer

"The crown" or "Sceptre" used to refer to a "King" is an example of metonymy, where a related object or concept is used to represent something else.

Question 8

"ten hands" used for "ten workmen" is an example for-----
A)simile
B)synecdoche
C)metaphor
D)symbol

Accepted Answer

Using "ten hands" to represent "ten workmen" is an example of synecdoche, a figure of speech in which a part is made to represent the whole or vice versa.

Question 9

The term anagnorisis means ----------
A)recognition
B)reversal
C)both "a' and "b"
D)neither "a" nor "b"

Accepted Answer

Anagnorisis refers to the moment in a story, particularly in Greek tragedy, where a character makes a critical discovery or recognition, often pertaining to their true identity or the true nature of their situation.

Question 10

The term peripetia means----------
A)recognition
B)reversal
C)both "a' and "b"
D)neither "a" nor "b"

Accepted Answer

Peripetia refers to a sudden reversal of fortune or change in circumstances, especially in the context of a narrative.

Question 11

Who is the author of the work 'Poetics"?
A)aristotle
B)plato
C)socrates
D)homer

Accepted Answer

Aristotle is the author of 'Poetics,' a seminal work in literary theory that discusses tragedy and epic poetry.

Question 12

Who is the author of the work "Republic"?
A)aristotle
B)plato
C)socrates
D)homer

Accepted Answer

"Republic" is a Socratic dialogue written by Plato, where he outlines his vision of a just society and discusses the nature of justice and the order and character of the just city-state and the just man.

Question 13

Ben Jonson's 'Volpone' is an example of ------
A)comedy of humours
B)comedy of manners
C)romantic comedy
D)anti-romantc comedy

Accepted Answer

'Volpone' is a classic example of a comedy of humours, which is a genre that focuses on characters whose behavior is dominated by one overriding trait or 'humour.' Ben Jonson's play uses this concept to satirize greed and corruption.

Question 14

The name of Bertolt Brecht is associated with -------
A)the absurd drama
B)the epic theatre
C)comedy of humours
D)feminist theatre

Accepted Answer

Bertolt Brecht is most famously associated with the concept of the epic theatre, a style of theatre that encourages the audience to remain emotionally detached from the narrative and to critically engage with the social and political issues being presented.

Question 15

A light dramatic work with improbable plot and exaggerated characters is called ------
A)satire
B)comedy
C)farce
D)humour.

Accepted Answer

A farce is characterized by its light, humorous, and exaggerated plot and characters, often involving absurd situations and physical comedy.

Question 16

The type of play in which the plot was centred round intrigues and violent actions and which contains improbable events and sensational actions is called--------
A)meledrama
B)tragedy
C)farce
D)none of these.

Accepted Answer

Melodrama is characterized by exaggerated characters, sensational plot elements, and emotional appeals, often focusing on heroic struggles against villainous characters.

Question 17

"Oberon" is a Masque written by ---------
A)ben johnson
B)shakespeare
C)marlow
D)dr. johnson.

Accepted Answer

"Oberon" is a masque written by Ben Jonson, not to be confused with the character Oberon from Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Jonson was a renowned playwright and poet of the late 16th and early 17th centuries, known for his satirical plays and masques.

Question 18

The French term for 'unknotting' ----------
A)denouement
B)due ex machina
C)decorum
D)none of these.

Accepted Answer

The term "denouement" refers to the final resolution or clarification of a plot in literature, which can metaphorically be seen as "unknotting" the complexities of the story.

Question 19

The term -------- is applied to the falling action in a tragedy
A)catastrophe
B)catharsis
C)crisis
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The term "catastrophe" is applied to the falling action in a tragedy, referring to the sequence of events that follow the climax of the play and lead to the resolution.

Question 20

The term peripetia means----------
A)recognition
B)reversal
C)both "a' and "b"
D)neither "a" nor "b"

Accepted Answer

Peripeteia refers to a sudden reversal of fortune or change in circumstances, especially in the context of a narrative or drama.

Quiz 7: Figures of Speech and Literary Terms

In which of the following figures of speech a part of something is used to signify the whole?

In which of the following figures of speech is a literal term for one thing is applied to another with which it is closely associated?

In which of the following figures of speech a statement that appears to be absurd or self-contradictory turns out to have a valid meaning

------is a form of paradox in which the adjective seem to contradict the noun it modifies.

"terrible beauty " is an example for------

"child is the father of man" is an instance for-------.

"The crown' or "Sceptre" used in the sense of "King"is an example for------

"ten hands" used for "ten workmen" is an example for-----

The term anagnorisis means ----------

The term peripetia means----------

Who is the author of the work 'Poetics"?

Who is the author of the work "Republic"?

Ben Jonson's 'Volpone' is an example of ------

The name of Bertolt Brecht is associated with -------

A light dramatic work with improbable plot and exaggerated characters is called ------

The type of play in which the plot was centred round intrigues and violent actions and which contains improbable events and sensational actions is called--------

"Oberon" is a Masque written by ---------

The French term for 'unknotting' ----------

The term -------- is applied to the falling action in a tragedy

The term peripetia means----------