Gce Model Questions Vol1 2018 English Language Question 21

Practice objective / multiple choice question 21 from the 2018 Gce Model Questions Vol1 English Language examination.

Gce Model Questions Vol1 2018 English Language Objective / Multiple Choice Medium Difficulty
Question 21 GCE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1 • 2018 • ENGLISH_LANGUAGE • objective

Read the following extract: "The night wrapped its velvet cloak around the city, muffling the clamor of traffic." Identify the figure of speech used in the highlighted phrase and briefly explain its effect on the reader.

Answer Options

A. Simile - it compares the night to a velvet cloak, creating a vivid image but not personifying it.
B. Personification - it gives the night human qualities, which is the main effect of the phrase.
C. Alliteration - the repeated 'n' sounds emphasize the night's quietness.
Correct Answer D. Metaphor - it personifies the night, creating vivid imagery that conveys a sense of calm.
Correct Answer
D
Correct Option:
Metaphor - it personifies the night, creating vivid imagery that conveys a sense of calm.

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This is Gce Model Questions Vol1 2018 English Language Question 21. It is one of the objective questions from the 2018 Gce Model Questions Vol1 English Language examination.

Difficulty level: Medium .

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