Literary Techniques
A story. It can be fiction or nonfiction, written in first person or third person point of view.
Narrative
A story in which the characters, settings, and actions stand for something beyond themselves.
Allegory
A struggle between opposing forces and/or characters.
Conflict
The series of actions and events that take place in a story.
Plot
Using the five senses in writing
Imagery
The time and place in which a story happens.
Setting
Any person appearing in a work of fiction is called a character.
Character
He is like a clever, old fox is an example of what literary technique?
Simile
Giving human characteristics to non-human objects.
Personification
What is the author’s attitude called?
Tone
Comparing two unlike things without using a connecting word such as “like” or “as” is what literary technique?
Metaphor
A persuasive appeal that brings out emotions.
Pathos
What is created by the feelings the reader has in response to the writing
Mood
The use of symbols to express ideas or qualities in writing, art, or music.
Symbolism
A persuasive appeal based on trust, usually featuring a celebrity or professional.
Ethos