Figurative Language 1
repetition of consonants
Alliteration
A universal idea like family, love, or sadness would be this term.
theme
define ornery
bad-tempered and combative
Answers may vary. "I'm as cool as a cucumber."
Events that take place before the current action
flashback
A comparison WITHOUT using "like" or "as"
metaphor
The main character in a story (the good guy)
Protagonist
define unfathomable
impossible to understand
Give an example of a metaphor.
"You are my sunshine!"
The initial part where the characters, settings, and relationships are established
exposition
A comparison using "like" or "as"
Simile
Where and when the story takes place.
setting
define inference
educated guess
Give an example of an alliteration
"Bears bouncing basketballs"
The events that happen in a story are called the ....
plot
define personification
non-human things are described as having human qualities or characteristics
The person who opposes the main character
antagonist
define nonchalant
appearing relaxed and unconcerned, even when faced with something potentially significant or stressful
Give an example of a hyperbole.
I am so hungry I could eat a horse!
A person or object that represents a bigger idea
symbol
An exaggeration, "It's a million degrees out!"
hyperbole
The words spoken out loud by characters.
define gallant
someone, especially a man, who is brave, honorable, and attentive, particularly to women
Give an example of a personification
The wind howled outside. (answers may vary)
Hints at something that may happen soon
foreshadow