ELA
conversation between characters
dialogue
comparing two unlike things using “like” or “as”
Simile
any character that is not a main character
Secondary characters
The leading character or a major character in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text
Protagonist
information, ideas, or rumors deliberately spread widely to help or harm a person, group, movement, institution, or nation
propaganda
antagonize, annoy
provoke
relating equally to everyone
Universal
the end of the story
Resolution
when something or someone represents something or someone else
Symbolism
mental uncertainty, excitement as to the outcome
suspense
information used to support opinions or beliefs
evidence
type of literature
Genre
combining two things that do not go together
Oxymoron
when everything falls apart at the end of the story
Catastrophe
when the outcome or action is unexpected or opposite of what you would expect
irony
the real meaning of a word or phrase
literal
a humorous imitation of a serious piece of literature or writing
Parody
: traits, characteristics, and mannerisms supposedly shared by all members of a group
Stereotype
a story that doesn’t have a true ending, but leaves the reader waiting for more
Cliffhanger
shows evidence or examples of the central idea
supporting details
information that is factual
valid
: the person telling the story
Narrator
A person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something
Antagonist
character or force in direct conflict with the protagonist
antagonist
brief restatement of the most important points of the passage
summary