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Stylistics Module Test № 5

Topic: Stylistic Tropes

Task: Identify the underlined trope.

1. The viva is judgment day for medical students.

2. The examiners came in solemnly.

3. The small waiting-room with hard chairs and a wooden table reminded of the condemned cell.

4. The finals in the medical school are a straight contest between examinees and examiners.

5. One of the psychological types of students is the Crammer.

6. Most people prefer to wear “cotton”.

7. There are many representatives of fair sex in the committee.

8. Mary is still keeping “a don’t –you-touch me” look.

9. Confusion breeds confusion.

10. Aren’t you a hero running away from a mouse!

11. I am fond of reading Aitmatov.

12. Make the hay while the sun shines.

13. Night reigns in stillness.

14. Shreds of success collected together and weaved into a triumphant garland.

15. Nicholas called his aunt the Evil One.

16. Waiting for the viva’s result, Gordon’s palms were as wet as sponges.

17. There is no sleep when Youth and Pleasure meet.

18. Gloria charms everyone by her silvery smile.

19. Mr. Smith took a hat, and his leave.

20. Mr. Owl Eyes is our mathematics teacher.

21. A ghost of smile appeared on his face.

22. Little John was a nice rascal.

Test result ______________________

Prepared and checked by Senior Instructor Galimova E.S.