Point of View
1st POV
The highest point of the story, the conflict is very intense, and characters will change
Climax
Explicitly describes the character's personality, qualities, traits, etc.
Direct Characterization
A statement that's exaggerated for emphasis
Hyperbole
Used to give a hint on what will happen later in the story
Foreshadowing
The narrator knows how every character in the story feels
Third Person Omniscient Narrator
The beginning of a story. Characters, setting, and main conflict are introduced
Exposition
Traits are shown through their thoughts, actions, talking with others, appearance, etc.
Indirect Characterization
Compares two things using "like" or "as"
Simile
Metaphor
Addresses the reader as "you"
Second-Person Narration
Follows the climax, shows the consequences of the climax
Falling Action
Foil Characterization
Combines 2 contradictory words
Oxymoron
Repetition of the same starting consonant in a sentence
Alliteration
A narrator who only knows the thoughts and feelings of the protagonist
Third-Person Limited Narrator
Final part of the plot. Conflicts are solved and the story ends
Resolution
Round Characterization
Use of a person, object, etc. to represent ideas
Replacing a harsher word with a softer alternative
Euphemism
A narrator who can only report on what they can see
Third-Person Objective Narrator
Developing conflict. Suspense and interest is built
Rising Action
Character that represents a concept or theme.
Symbolic Characterization
Putting two or more characters, ideas, etc. side by side to highlight how different things can be
Juxtaposition
Repetition of vowel sounds in a sentence. Can create rhythm and enhance mood
Assonance