Story Elements
the sequence of related events that make up a story
Plot
the exact meanings, or denotations, of words
Literal Language
the use of words to describe one thing in terms of another
Figurative Language
What is the main character's name is an example of what type of question?
Literal Question
an account written by a person about his or her own life
Autobiography
the point at which the action reaches its peak; the point of greatest interest or suspense in a story; the turning point at which the outcome of a conflict is decided
Climax
The beginning of the story is called, what?
Introduction
a reference made to a well-known person, event, or place from history, music, art, or another literary work
Allusions
The author's attitude toward a situation or person is known as what?
Tone
anything (object, animal, event, person, or place) that represents itself but also stands for something else on a figurative level
Symbol
the final part of a written work that summarizes the main points and leaves the reader with a sense of closure
Conclusion
Imagery.
A storm is raging outside and Mr. Jay remarks on the lovely weather. This is an example of what type of irony?
Verbal
a question that prompts a reader to analyze and explain the deeper meaning or significance of a text is what type of question?
Interpetive
Occurs when a character struggles between opposing needs or desires or emotions within his or her own mind.
Internal Conflict
the time and place in which a story happens
Setting
The acronym S.T.E.A.L. refers what story element?
Characterization
An audience knowing what's going to happen prior to the characters knowing is called what?
Dramatic Irony
Who is the baddest?
Mr. Jay!
What terms are used to go from one thought to the next.
Transitions
a writer's central idea or main message
Theme
What element separates the introduction from the rising action?
Conflict
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
Metaphor
"How can individuals stand up against injustice, even when faced with overwhelming societal pressure, as exemplified by Atticus Finch defending Tom Robinson?" Is what type of question and why?
A universal question because we're being asked to consider the implications of the text.
Words that describe a noun?
Adjectives