Literary Elements
the sequence of events that make up a story.
What is Plot?
not just a word or two about the topic; it's a complete thought or message that the author wants to convey through the story.
What is theme?
a way of using words to express something more than their literal meaning.
What is Figurative Language?
a series of statements meant to persuade the reader of a particular point. It consists of a claim, supporting evidence, and reasoning.
What is an argument?
typical examples of certain persons or things in literature, like characters, symbols, or settings. They are universal, recurring patterns that represent shared human experiences.
What are archetypes?
where and when a story takes place
What is Setting?
ideas that are relevant to anyone, anywhere, regardless of cultural differences.
What is a Universal Theme?
persuasive strategies used in writing to convince an audience
what are rhetorical appeals?
begins with a general premise and moves to a specific conclusion based on the premise. Example: All mammals have lungs (premise). A whale is a mammal (premise). Therefore, a whale has lungs (conclusion).
What is deductive reasoning?
techniques that authors use to convey and emphasize their messages effectively. They make writing more persuasive, engaging, and memorable.
what are rhetorical devices?
This is about how characters in a story change and grow over time.
details, examples, and explanations support the _________________.
What is central idea?
“The stars danced in the sky" is an example of _________.
What is personification?
begins with specific observations and moves to a general conclusion. Example: This cat purrs when happy (observation). That cat purrs when happy (observation). Cats generally purr when they're happy (conclusion).
What is inductive reasoning?
When the actual meaning is different from the literal meaning
What is irony?
The main issue or problem in a literary text
What is conflict?
main point or the most important message that the author wants to convey
What is Central Idea?
A phrase with a meaning different from its literal meaning.
What is an idiom?
It starts with an observation or a set of observations and then seeks the simplest and most likely explanation. Example: The grass is wet (observation). It rained last night (simplest explanation).
What is abductive reasoning?
authors use these to strengthen their appeals
What are ethos, pathos, and logos?
The __________ and ___________ can effect character's development.
What is setting and character interactions?
character interactions and development, setting, plot, and conflict help develop the __________.
What is theme?
Ethos:________ Pathos: _________ Logos:______
What are ethics, emotions, and logic?
common mistakes in reasoning which weaken an argument
what are fallacies?
this archetypes represents personal growth, challenges, and achievements.
What is the Journey/The Quest/The Task archetype?