Definitions 1
Comparing two objects using like or as.
Simile
occurs when a character finds himself/herself in a struggle with his or her own self
internal conflict
determines who or what is telling the story and how much the narrator knows about the action of the plot
point of view
A character is trying to learn how to survive on a deserted island by himself. He has to brave the elements, find food, and secure shelter.
External conflict - man vs. nature
a change in weather or an impending storm is often an example of this
foreshadowing
Using extreme exaggeration.
Hyperbole
an advance sign, hint, or warning of future events
foreshadowing
An outside narrator is telling the story; the reader gets to know the thoughts and feelings of ALL characters
third person omniscient point of view
The evil queen was selfish and desired to keep the fortune for herself. Her greed and wicked intentions prevented her from being able to care about anyone but herself.
Direct characterization
a character stepping out into a hurricane and saying, “What nice weather we're having!”
verbal irony
when the audience / reader knows something that the characters don’t
dramatic irony
object that has literal meaning but also suggests or represents another idea or concept
symbol
Her hair was silk, and it cascaded down her shoulders the way snow does from a mountain.
Metaphor
Knowing that a crowd was on its way, the queen took great care to lock up and hide all of her valuable possessions prior to the people’s arrival. When a knock finally came at her door, she claimed, “Why, I had no idea you were coming! Please, come in.”
Indirect characterization
A "figure of speech"; words that say one thing but mean another
Idiom
the underlying meaning of a literary work; must be universal
theme
an author’s choice of words for an intended effect
diction
Less is more.
Paradox
“I’ll do it right away, sir,” vs. “Yeah, just a sec.”
diction
Naming a word or thing by imitating the sound associated with it
Onomatopoeia
the author discreetly shows things that reveals the personality of a character. (This method relies more on inferencing!)
Indirect characterization
reference to a person, place, thing or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance
allusion
A character struggles against laws, accepted cultural norms, or an oppressive government / society
External conflict: man vs. society
Joey pulled off the road to help a stranger change his flat tire. Another driver passed the scene, saw Joey get out of his car to help, and thought, “What a Good Samaritan.”
Allusion