Figurative Language
Define symbolism
Something concrete that represents something abstract
Pronouns for 1st Person POV
I, me, myself, us
At what stage do we learn about the setting, characters, and background information
Exposition
You may purchase tickets at the door, but it will cost extra.
What part of speech is "but."
Conjunction
What is direct characterization?
When the author tells the reader about a character
Define foreshadowing
Hinting at something in the future (something yet to come)
Pronouns for 2nd Person POV
You, Yours
List the six stages of the plot triangle
Exposition, conflict, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
The plane flew over the rain clouds.
What part of speech is "over."
Preposition
What is indirect characterization?
When the author shows the reader about a character
What type of figurative language is the following sentence?
"Watching the show was like watching grass grow."
Simile
3rd Person Omniscient
"All know"
Narrators know all the characters and their thoughts and feelings
Nemo, Harry Potter, The Grinch, Romeo, Juliet
I understand the directions.
What part of speech is "understand"
Verb
Travis began the school year the same as always. He never studied or completed his homework. Each report card showed the same poor grades. Although his parents encouraged him, by the end of the year, he was still doing poorly.
Static Character
What type of figurative language is the following?
A host, of golden daffodils;
Beside the lake, beneath the trees,
Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.
Personification
3rd Person Objective
Narrator states only the facts
What is the definition of an antagonist and provide one example
The character that opposes the protagonist (does not have to be evil).
I can see my reflection in my new car.
What part of speech is "new."
Adjective
Not only was Matthew athletic, but he was popular with classmates, avid reader, and a promising musician.
What type of character is Matthew?
Round Character
What type of figurative language is this?
The tall trees were curtains that surrounded us during our picnic
Metaphor
Does not know all the characters
List the six types of conflict and if they are internal or external
Self, Person, Nature, Technology, Higher Power, Society
We will celebrate tomorrow.
What part of speech is "tomorrow"
Adverb
Is this direct or indirect characterization?
Mrs. Gwizdala forcefully pushed the laptop out of the way to snag the popcorn bag.
Indirect