Figurative Language
Comparing something using "is"
Metaphor
the use of hints and clues to suggest what will happen later in a plot
Forshadowing
Name one thing about an epic hero that makes him/her different?
Powers, important person in society, reflects values, leader, courageous, etc.
Formal or Colloquial Writing when writing responses?
Formal
Why would someone use personification on an object?
To make audiences connect with it/have a new understanding for it
Similar structure pairs or series of related words, phrases, or clauses
Parallelism
The process by which a writer reveals things about a character
Characterization
M.E.A.L. stands for this.
Main Idea
Evidence
Analysis
Link Back
What is a symbol and give me an example from Of Mice and Men
A symbol is an object that represents something else: red, the dog, mice, Curely's wife, the dream ranch, rabbits, etc
Difference between Archetypes and The Canon?
Canon = important lists of books
Archetypes = types of symbols and characters that come from the canon and are known in culture
What two types of characterization are there?
Indirect and Direct
Cite this quote correctly (there are two things wrong):
There are many times the monster is horrible. "He had huge teeth and big red eyes." In line 1546 this quote shows...
For example, "He had huge teeth and big red eyes" (1546).
Tell me what a theme is and provide and tell me why this example is wrong:
Theme: Love
A theme is an overall message from the author. It cannot just be a word.
Difference between Logos, Ethos and Pathos
Logic, Ethics of speaker, Emotion
Why is learning about characters important to you, the reader (I need two reasons)
Understanding of author's ideas
Understanding of story and plot
Symbols within characters
Relationships and values
Give me two examples for an introductory phrase.
For example,
For instance,
The character can be described as
The scene can be seen as
Difference between Mood and Tone
Mood = audience feelings
Tone = author's attitude
What is the difference between Myth, Parable, and Allegory?
Myth = Story told with no connection to facts
Parable = teaches a moral
Allegory = literal things have figurative meanings
Explain what main 5 parts happen in a plot/Hero's Journey
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
How do you analyze correctly after giving a quote.
Explain significance, and explain how it proves your thesis.