Lit Terms And Reasoning

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    ________________is giving non human things human characteristics

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This quiz, titled 'Lit terms and reasoning', assesses understanding of literary devices. It tests knowledge on metaphors, personification, and paraphrasing, enhancing comprehension and analytical skills in literature.

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  • 2. 

    ______________is line by line translation of a text

    Explanation
    Paraphrase refers to the process of rephrasing a text or sentence in order to convey the same meaning using different words. It involves line by line translation of the original text, where each line is carefully restated in a way that retains the intended message. This allows for a clearer and more concise understanding of the text while maintaining its essence.

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  • 3. 

    __________________includes the main points or the most important parts of a text

    Explanation
    A summary includes the main points or the most important parts of a text. It provides a concise and condensed version of the original content, allowing the reader to quickly grasp the key information without having to read the entire text. Summaries are commonly used in academic, professional, and journalistic contexts to provide an overview of a longer piece of writing. They are an effective way to communicate the main ideas and arguments of a text in a clear and concise manner.

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    Deductive reasoning is ______________ to _______________

    Explanation
    Deductive reasoning involves drawing specific conclusions from general principles or premises. It starts with a general statement or theory and then uses logical reasoning to arrive at a specific conclusion. This process allows us to apply broad concepts or principles to specific situations or instances, making deductions based on the given information. Therefore, deductive reasoning is the process of moving from general statements to specific conclusions.

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    Inductive reasoning is __________________ to __________________

    Explanation
    Inductive reasoning is a type of logical thinking that involves making generalizations based on specific observations or evidence. It moves from specific instances to broader conclusions, allowing individuals to form general principles or theories based on patterns or trends observed in specific cases. Therefore, inductive reasoning is specifically related to the process of moving from specific information to a more general understanding or conclusion.

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  • 6. 

    This is personification: The computer crawled through cyberspace.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    This sentence is an example of personification because it gives human characteristics to the computer by saying that it "crawled" through cyberspace. Personification is a figure of speech in which inanimate objects or abstract ideas are given human qualities or abilities. In this case, the computer is being described as if it is a living being that is moving slowly and deliberately. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 7. 

    A syllogism is ...

    • A logical sentence

    • A sentence that tells the audience what the essay will be about

    • A series of statements that include major premise, minor premise and conclusion

    Correct Answer
    A. A series of statements that include major premise, minor premise and conclusion
    Explanation
    A syllogism is a series of statements that include a major premise, a minor premise, and a conclusion. It is a logical form of reasoning that uses deductive logic to draw a conclusion based on two premises. The major premise is a general statement or principle, the minor premise is a specific statement or example, and the conclusion is the logical outcome or inference drawn from the premises. Syllogisms are commonly used in logic and argumentation to present a logical structure and support a particular conclusion.

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  • 8. 

    Metaphor compares two things using like or as

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two things by stating that one thing is another thing, without using like or as. Unlike a simile, which uses like or as to make a comparison, a metaphor directly asserts that one thing is another. Therefore, the given statement is false as it incorrectly states that a metaphor compares two things using like or as.

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  • 9. 

    This is personification: The tree stood in the ground

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement "The tree stood in the ground" is not an example of personification. Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human entities. In this statement, the action of "standing" is being attributed to the tree, which is not a human quality. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 10. 

    Check off which of the following are blocks to listening

    • Comparing

    • Judging

    • Placating

    • Dreaming

    • Derailing

    • Identifying

    • Being right

    • Sparring

    • Filtering

    • Ignoring

    • Not focusing

    • Avoiding

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Comparing
    A. Judging
    A. Placating
    A. Dreaming
    A. Derailing
    A. Identifying
    A. Being right
    A. Sparring
    A. Filtering
    Explanation
    The correct answer includes various blocks to listening such as comparing, judging, placating, dreaming, derailing, identifying, being right, sparring, and filtering. These blocks hinder effective listening by creating distractions, biases, and barriers that prevent individuals from fully understanding and empathizing with the speaker. They can prevent active engagement and lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations of the message being communicated.

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  • 11. 

    Write one sentence using personification

  • 12. 

    Label what each of the statements are from the following choices: minor premise, conclusion , major premise_____________________all cats have feet _____________________Huey is a cat______________________Huey has feet

    Correct Answer(s)
    Major premise Minor premise Conclusion
    Explanation
    The major premise states a general truth or principle, which in this case is "all cats have feet." The minor premise provides a specific example that fits the general truth, which is "Huey is a cat." The conclusion is the logical result of the major and minor premises, which is "Huey has feet."

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