Definition
Analyze
to examine critically, so as to bring out the essential elements or give the essence of
Antagonist
the adversary of the hero or protagonist of a drama or other literary work
Protagonist
The main character in a work
Compare
estimate, measure, or note the similarity or dissimilarity between
Modern Work of Fiction
Outsiders
Harry Potter Series
Annotation
a critical or explanatory note, or body of notes added to a text
Dialogue
conversation between two or more people as a feature of a book, play, or movie.
Comprehension
the action or capability of understanding something
Point of View
position from which a story is being told
First Person
Second Person
Third Person
Author's craft
The way an author uses tools and techniques of language and storytelling to craft a piece of writing
Interpretation
the action of explaining the meaning of something
Suspense
a state or feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what may happen
Context Clues
Context Clues are hints that the author gives to help define a difficult or unusual word.
Figurative Language
figures of speech to be more effective, persuasive, and impactful.
Simile, metaphor, alliteration, personification
Characterization
the creation or construction of a fictional character.
Theme
he subject of a talk, a piece of writing, a person's thoughts, or an exhibition; a topic.
Evidence based terms
refers to any concept or term that is derived from or informed by objective evidence
Internal Conflict
psychological struggle within the mind of a literary or dramatic character
Contrast
compare or appraise in respect to differences
Tone
the general character or attitude in piece of writing
Mood
the atmosphere of a literary piece, as it creates an emotional setting that surrounds the readers
External Conflict
struggle between a literary or dramatic character and an outside force such as nature or another character