Question

match each term to its correct definition.

match
term
definition
allusion
a) exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally
hyperbole
b) the use of sensory details and vivid language
imagery
c) giving an object or animal human behaviors and motivations
metaphor
d) a word or phrase for one thing that is used to refer to another thing to show or suggest that they are similar
personification
e) a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance

Explanation:

• Allusion: A brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance.
• Hyperbole: Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
• Imagery: The use of sensory details and vivid language.
• Metaphor: A word or phrase for one thing that is used to refer to another thing to show or suggest that they are similar.
• Personification: Giving an object or animal human behaviors and motivations.

Answer:

• Allusion - E
• Hyperbole - A
• Imagery - B
• Metaphor - D
• Personification - C