Definition
the time and place in which a narrative occurs. Elements of setting may include the physical, psychological, cultural, or historical background against which the story takes place
Setting
a specific subject, idea, or issue that is the focus of a discussion, essay, article, or other work
Topic
Fighting with your friend is a...
Conflict
Fixing your mistakes is called...
Editing
Figurative Language
language not intended to be taken literally but layered with meaning through the use of imagery, metaphors, and other literary devices
the highest point in the plot where the problem/conflict reaches its peak
Climax
intended target group for a message, regardless of the medium
audience
The tree cried out when the branches broke is an example of...
Personification
The story is told by an 11 year-old, but they talk about their 5th birthday in the middle of their story. This is an example of...
Flashback
Context
the words, sentences, or passages that precede or follow a specific word, sentence, or passage
the type or class of a work, usually categorized by form, technique, or content
Genre
the element of plot structure that takes place after the climax and begins to resolve the conflict(s) of the story before the resolution
Falling Action
Captain Hook is a(n)....
Antagonist
Captain America is a...
Protagonist
Mood
the atmosphere or feeling created by the writer in a literary work or passage
the reason an author includes particular details, features, or devices in a work
Author's Purpose
the element of plot structure that develops the conflict through a series of events to build interest and/or suspense and leads up to the climax
If an author is excited about a topic, the _______ would be excited.
Tone
She's going through a rollercoaster of emotions is an example of...
Metaphors
Resolution
the conclusion or final outcome of a story that in some capacity resolves all problems and conflicts; however, not all stories have clear resolutions
an author’s unique articulation or expression of language created by stylistic elements such as syntax, diction, and figurative language
Voice
intentional and deliberate use of organizational patterns, text and graphic features, syntax, devices, and diction to create an effective written work; author’s craft may vary by genre
Author's craft
Changing the words or style of your writing is...
Revising
The unique words an author uses is their...
Voice
Theme
the central or universal idea of a literary work that often relates to morals and/or values and speaks to the human experience/ condition