Standards 105 & 117 Quiz

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words "like" or "as" to highlight a similarity between them. This comparison helps the reader or listener to better understand or visualize the subject being described. Unlike exaggeration or humorous effect, a simile focuses on finding common ground between two different things to create a vivid and relatable image.

The idiom "added fuel to the fire" means that Cassius continuously did something to make a bad situation even worse than it already was.

The statement "Cassius is as sneaky as a slithering snake in the grass" is an example of a simile because it uses the word "as" to compare Cassius to a sneaky snake. Similes are figures of speech that make comparisons using "like" or "as" to highlight similarities between two different things. In this case, the comparison emphasizes Cassius's sneaky nature by likening it to a slithering snake in the grass.

The passage describes strange and supernatural events, such as a slave's hand that burns without being harmed, a lion that doesn't attack, and women seeing men on fire. The use of words like "flamed and burned like twenty torches together" and "spooked women huddled together in fear" indicates a dramatic and exaggerated tone. This tone creates a sense of fear and unease in the reader, making the mood of the passage frightening and eerie.

The action of Cassius planting fake letters in the home of Brutus symbolizes his deceitfulness and manipulation towards Brutus. By planting fake letters, Cassius is attempting to deceive Brutus and manipulate him into joining the conspiracy against Caesar. This action demonstrates Cassius' willingness to use dishonest tactics to achieve his goals, even if it means betraying his supposed friend.

The correct answer is "Mop is to classroom as Teacher is to rest" because the relationship between a mop and a classroom is that a mop is used to clean a classroom. However, there is no clear relationship between a teacher and rest. The other analogies in the options all have clear relationships: "Go is to green as red is to stop" relates to traffic lights, "Hand as to glove as foot is to shoe" relates to body parts and their corresponding coverings.

The given definition of paradox states that it is a statement or situation that appears to have contradictory or incompatible elements, but upon closer examination, it may actually be true. This implies that paradoxes can exist and be valid, making the statement "True" correct.

The correct answer suggests that the author's use of foreshadowing in the line "Beware of the ides of March" is not very effective because Caesar dismisses it and does not take it seriously. This implies that the foreshadowing does not have the desired impact on Caesar and does not contribute significantly to the tension or suspense in the play.

Personification is the act of attributing human qualities or characteristics to animals or objects. This figure of speech is used to make the description more vivid, engaging, or relatable by giving non-human entities human-like traits. By personifying animals or objects, the writer or speaker aims to create a stronger emotional connection or to enhance the understanding of the subject being described.

A person can only die once however there is a contradiction due to the statement meaning death in one's mind.

The author's use of imagery in Act 1 Scene 3 is very effective because it provides a vivid and detailed description of the storm and the strange occurrences happening that night. The mention of storms splitting old oak trees and the ocean raging and foaming creates a sense of chaos and power. The description of a slave holding up his hand that flames and burns like twenty torches, but remains unharmed, adds an element of mystery and supernatural. Additionally, the mention of spooked women who swear they saw men on fire walking the streets adds to the eerie and unsettling atmosphere. Overall, the imagery used in this scene helps the reader to imagine and visualize the events of that night.

The sentence "The thunder boomed and the lightening blindly lit up the sky" is an example of an onomatopoeia because the word "boomed" imitates the sound of thunder.

The correct answer is "No, Cassius. The eye can't see itself by reflection in some other things" (Brutus explaining how he can't see greatness in himself). This statement does not contain any reference to a famous person or event in life or literature, which is the definition of an allusion. The other two statements in the question include references to the Colossus of Rhodes and Aeneas, which are examples of allusions.

Cassius, Brutus, Casca, & Cinna are the group of individuals who are conspiring against Caesar. This can be inferred from historical accounts and Shakespeare's play "Julius Caesar," where these characters are depicted as part of the conspiracy to assassinate Caesar.

Marullus and Flavius being put to death for removing decorations from Caesar's statues is an example of situational irony because it is the reverse of what one might have expected. One would expect that their actions would be seen as a form of protest against Caesar's power and be praised, but instead, they are punished for their actions. This unexpected twist adds irony to the situation.