Vocabulary
What is the meaning of expound?
Expound means to explain in detail.
What is implicit meaning within a text?
Implicit meaning can be understood, despite not being clearly stated. It can be determined by making an inference through reading between the lines.
What is symbolism in writing?
Symbolism is a person, place, or object that has a specific meaning in itself but stands for an idea or emotional feeling.
What is explicit meaning?
Explicit meaning is clearly stated in text and is easily detectable.
What is an allusion in writing?
An allusion is an indirect reference to a person, object, historical event, or literary work.
What does the word mutinous mean?
Mutinous: characterized by unruliness or rebelliousness.
What is an archetype?
character types and situations in stories. There can be many different types of archetypes in a story.
Why are quotations important within a text?
Quotations can be used to identify dialogue or as a reference to something.
What is figurative language?
Figurative language explains or clarifies one item in terms of another on a non-literal level.
What are some examples of figurative language within a text?
There are many within a text. Some examples are simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, etc.
What is the meaning of the word subterfuge?
Subterfuge: using tricks or deception to get something or achieve a goal.
What is perspective?
Perspective is the point of view from which a story is told.
What are literary techniques that add humor to the text?
Irony, sarcasm, understatement, and satire.
What is ambiguity?
Ambiguity means having unclear or uncertain meaning, or having multiple interpretations.
What is the impact of tone on a story?
The tone sets the mood for the story. It has a reflection throughout the entire story.
What does impromptu mean?
in an unplanned manner; spontaneously Synonyms: extemporaneously, spontaneously.
What is an inference?
Inference is an educated guess, readers usually gather evidence in order to obtain.
How is anaphora used in text?
Anaphora is created when authors repeat certain words or phrases to call attention to a concept they want readers to notice.
What is imagery?
imagery: is the use of figurative and connotative words in ways that appeal to the 5 senses.
How is textual evidence helpful when writing an essay?
Textual evidence is specific information in a text that is used to support assertions and analysis of the text. It can help make your story more credible.
What does irresolute mean?
cautious or uncertain
What is a flashback?
flashback is an element of narrative structure that provides information about events that occurred earlier.
What elements are in narrative text?
Foreshadowing and setting
What is an exposition?
Exposition introduces the characters, conflict, and setting.
What are the 5 plot elements?
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.