unit 1
Definition of Expound?
To explain in detail.
The creative use of objects or symbols to represent or indicate a deeper meaning or represent something larger than the literal meaning of something.
symbolism
meaning of prodigious?
impressive in size.
This is the process by which a character is developed.
characterization
definition of accost
to approach and speak to, especially in an aggressive way
4 types of reading skills?
Extensive
intensive
skimming
scanning
literary technique in which words are put together to create a mental image in the reader's mind.
imagery
definition of satire?
A literary device that uses humor or irony to ridicule customs or institutions found in a society.
In this type of characterization the author or narrator tells us directly what the character is like.
direct characterization
What is tone in a story
an attitude of a writer toward a subject or an audience. Tone is generally conveyed through the choice of words, or the viewpoint of a writer on a particular subject.
4 writing skills?
Descriptive
Narrative
Expository
Persuasive
shortened way of expressing relationships between words or ideas.
analogy
purpose of exposition in writing?
To hook readers to make them want to keep reading
To introduce the topic or story
This type of point of view is where the narrator is a character from the story and uses the pronouns I, me, and my.
first person
Why does an author manipulate pacing?
Because the author wants to increase suspense, tension, clarify perspective, and emphasize significance.
Implicit vs Explicit ?
Implicit: Is understood despite not being clearly stated.
Explicit: Something that is clearly stated.
senses that imagery appeals to:
sight, taste, smell, hearing, and touch.
What most effectively identifies the narrative elements depicted in a story?
Tone and setting.
This is the perspective in which a story is told.
point of view
What are four narrative elements?
Characterization
Plot
Setting
Tone
4 main literary devices?
Symbolism
Allusion
Analogy
Onomatopoeia
The following passage is an example of what literary device: "By that time Matt was wringing and twisting like a hen on a hot brick."
imagery
five senses of sensory language?
Sound
Touch
Taste
Smell
Sight
In this point of view the narrator is an outside observer of the action; is able to tell the reader about only one person’s views, thoughts, and perspective.
third person limited
Why is it helpful to use an outline?
An outline allows a writer to categorize the main points, to organize the paragraphs into an order that makes sense, and to make sure that each paragraph/idea can be fully developed.