English Test

Front 1

the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

Back 1

symbolism

Front 2

something using like or as

a figure of speech in which two unlike things are explicitly compared

Back 2

simile

Front 3

something not using like or as

to something to which it is not literally applicable in order to suggest a resemblance, as in “A mighty fortress is our God.”.

Back 3

metaphor

Front 4

the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.

Back 4

syntax

Front 5

an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference

Back 5

allusion

Front 6

the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.

Back 6

alliteration

Front 7

a comparison between two things, typically on the basis of their structure and for the purpose of explanation or clarification

Back 7

analogy

Front 8

the characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations.

Back 8

ethos

Front 9

a quality that evokes pity or sadness.

Back 9

pathos

Front 10

a brand of plastic blocks that can be locked together, used as a children’s building toy.

Back 10

legos

Front 11

also known as loaded terms or emotive language is wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes.

Back 11

loaded language

Front 12

lol

Back 12

pacifists