Definition
Synonym
Antonym
Use in a Sentence
Give an Example
100

Analyze

to examine critically, so as to bring out the essential elements or give the essence of

100

Antagonist

the adversary of the hero or protagonist of a drama or other literary work  

100

Protagonist

The main character in a work

100

Compare

estimate, measure, or note the similarity or dissimilarity between

100

Modern Work of Fiction

Outsiders

Harry Potter Series

200

Annotation

a critical or explanatory note, or body of notes added to a text

200

Dialogue

conversation between two or more people as a feature of a book, play, or movie.

200

Comprehension

the action or capability of understanding something

200

Point of View

position from which a story is being told

First Person

Second Person

Third Person

300

Author's craft

The way an author uses tools and techniques of language and storytelling to craft a piece of writing

300

Interpretation

the action of explaining the meaning of something

300

Suspense

a state or feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what may happen

300

Context Clues

Context Clues are hints that the author gives to help define a difficult or unusual word.

300

Figurative Language

 figures of speech to be more effective, persuasive, and impactful. 

Simile, metaphor, alliteration, personification


400

Characterization 


the creation or construction of a fictional character.

400

Theme

he subject of a talk, a piece of writing, a person's thoughts, or an exhibition; a topic.

400

Evidence based terms

refers to any concept or term that is derived from or informed by objective evidence

400

Internal Conflict

psychological struggle within the mind of a literary or dramatic character

500

Contrast

compare or appraise in respect to differences

500

Tone

the general character or attitude in piece of writing

500

Mood

the atmosphere of a literary piece, as it creates an emotional setting that surrounds the readers

500

External Conflict

struggle between a literary or dramatic character and an outside force such as nature or another character