ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

GOTHIC LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following in an example of onomatopoeia?
A
Boom!
B
No!
C
Yes!
D
Go!
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -For instance, the word boom refers to a loud, resonant sound, such as an explosion. But it also suggests this same sound when we say it, so boom is an onomatopoeic word. In most cases, like boom, onomatopoeic words name a sound.

Detailed explanation-2: -Here are some words that are used as examples of onomatopoeia: slam, splash, bam, babble, warble, gurgle, mumble, and belch.

Detailed explanation-3: –Onomatopoeia words based on natural sounds The Onomatopoeia words in this category are based on sound produced by collisions, bursts, strikes, machinery, and physical and natural phenomena such as bomb exploding, gunshot, knocking, etc. for example, “bang”, “boom”, “knock”, etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -The dog barked all night. The mouse went squeak as it ran across the room. Suddenly, there was a loud thud at the door. The waves crashed against the side of the boat. The sausages are sizzling in the pan. The corn went pop in the microwave. More items

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