Literary Techniques
When a writer intentionally uses a word two or more times for dramatic effect.
Repetition
What is Tone? Provide FIVE types of Tones.
The attitude of the author. Strictly focuses on the attitudes and feelings of a certain character.
Onomatopoeia
Hiss, Snip, Moo, Bark, Bam, Boom, Woof...
A word that sounds like what it means.
Person v. Paranormal IS one of the four types of conflict.
False
When a writer hints at what will happen. Sets the stage for what will come later on in the story. Can be used through dialogue, omens, time, seasons, settings, or symbols.
Foreshadowing
What is Mood? Provide FIVE types of Mood.
The emotional response that the writer wishes to call up in the reader. Whatever emotions come about inside of the reader.
Repetition
Alright! I get it, I will get my homework done. I know, I know, I know, I know!
External Conflict takes place when the main character is going through issues / problems alone and within their mind/
False: Internal Conflict
What is Allegory?
A story where characters represent abstract qualities or ideas. Uses characters and events to give off a hidden message or meaning.
Imagery is the use of words to create a sensory experience. What are the FIVE senses that are targeted by Imagery?
Sight, Smell, Taste, Touch, & Sound
Indirect Characterization
Mr. Miden slammed the door as he entered the room and threw his computer monitor out the window.
(He is really really mad)
The difference between MOOD and TONE is that MOOD focuses on the emotions that come about INSIDE of the reader.
True
What is it called when a writer makes a reference to a place, event, statement, person, or thing that is widely known?
Allusion
What is conflict? What are the TWO FORMS of conflict?
The resistance that the protagonist faces as they're trying to achieve their goals.
Internal & External
Symbolism
Plants / People Symbolized Good / Evil In People (Romeo and Juliet)
The type of P.O.V. in which the narrator is able to reveal information about ALL of the characters including their THOUGHTS and FEELINGS in Second Person Point of View.
False (Third Person Omniscient)
What is it called when a device is used to show a relationship between an object / living thing and a greater idea. A word, object, character, or concept that brings additional meanings.
Symbolism
What is the difference between DIRECT and INDIRECT Characterization?
In DIRECT Characterization, the writer is DIRECTLY describing a character straight forward. In INDIRECT Characterization, the writer provides a hint as to what the character is like through thoughts, actions, dialogue, etc.
Personification
She sat down at the TIRED overworked desk. The clock STARED at me menacingly.
Giving human traits or attributes to objects or animals. Used to create a clear image in the mind of the reader.
Direct Characterization takes place when the author / writer tells the reader how a character is feeling, looks, and describes them in a straightforward manner.
True