a comparison using like or as
simile
the person against the main character of the story
antagonist
a sound word
onomatopoeia
dynamic character
giving something human-like qualities or characteristics
personification
theme
POV using I, me, my
the main character
protagonist
the ending of the story
resolution
a character that stays the same
static character
exposition
a comparison not using like or as
metaphor
hints at what is to come in the story
foreshadowing
an exaggeration
hyperbole
sarcasm; saying one thing and meaning another
verbal irony
an inner struggle
internal conflict
repetition of the consonant or first letter in the word
alliteration
reference to someone or something famous or well-known for effect
allusion
what the author comes and out and says about the character
direct characterization
POV where we know everything about all characters in the story
third person omniscient
where the audience knows more than the characters
dramatic irony
hints the author gives about the character; what the reader infers about the character
indirect characterization
POV: when you know only the inner thoughts and feelings of 1-2 characters
third person limited
a struggle with someone or something outside yourself
external conflict
the author's attitude toward the subject; not what you say but HOW you say it
tone