Literary Techniques
This is a figure of speech in which the author uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect. It is not meant to be taken literally. h--------
What is hyperbole.
This is something about a character that gives insight into who they are. A character t----.
What is a character trait.
This is a central or recurring idea that is explored in a piece of writing, sometimes in the form of a life lesson or moral.
What is a theme.
This is who tells a story.
What is the narrator.
This is an author's use of descriptive and figurative language to create a picture in the reader's mind. Any of the five senses can be used.
What is imagery.
Harry found relief at school. He was away from his horrible Uncle and Aunt. "I'm not looking forward to summer," he said.
Hermoine squinted, and Harry thought he saw pity on her face.
Which point of view is this?
Third person limited
When a theme or other information is not directly stated, the reader must i----.
What is to infer?
A story in which a character arrives back where s/he started and begins again.
What is a circular story?
When what is said is the exact opposite of its literal meaning.
What is verbal irony?
This is how life is AFTER the climax and falling action. It's a new normal for the characters.
What is resolution.
You should be very careful when reading this book. It could put you in danger, dear reader.
What is second person?
The theme of The Ant and the Grasshopper.
Do your work before you play or there may be terrible consequences.
A story in which events unfold in chronological order.
What is linear?
In the beginning of the plot diagram, you will introduce the characters and the setting. This is called e---------.
What is exposition?
Which point of view is the following? I went to the store today and bought my favorite vegetables.
What is first person?
Finish this common theme: "_________ is stronger than evil."
What is good?
It is the turning point of a story.
What is climax.
This is the first event that starts the rising action in a story.
What is an inciting incident?
This point of view is when the writer is a non-participant, but he or she is able to see into and have unlimited knowledge about any or all of the characters.
What is third-person omniscient?
Finish this common theme: "___________ conquers all."
What is love.
A script for a movie.
What is a screenplay?