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The central character or leading figure in poetry, narrative, novel or any other story who is sometimes called a “hero” by the audience or readers. For example, Gregory Heffley in Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
What is protagonist?
100
A literary term used to describe the events that make up a story or the main part of a story; these events relate to each other in a pattern or a sequence.
What is plot?
100
This is a literary device used to introduce background information about events, settings, characters, and so forth to an audience or readers.
What is exposition?
100
A figure of speech in which words are used in such a way their intended meaning is different from the words' actual meaning; it is a difference between appearance and the reality. Hint: There are three types.
What is irony?
100
This refers to the time and place in fiction; there can be more than one.
What is setting?
200
A literary character or a group of characters which stand in opposition to the main character; a villain (the bad guy) against whom a hero (the good guy) fights in order to relieve himself or others. For example, Kronos in Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief.
What is antagonist?
200
This involves a struggle between two opposing forces, usually a protagonist and an antagonist; this is either internal or external and may include man, nature, G-d, technology, and society. for example batman vs joker.
What is conflict?
200
This follows a story's climax and wraps up or explains its previous events; it most often happens at the end of a story and resolves the story's problem and provides a conclusion.
What is resolution?
200
This type occurs when an author says one thing and means something else. For example, a waitress remained patient and continued to try to help a customer until the end of his meal, when he left her a quarter for a tip. She replied on his way out, "Thank you for the generous tip, Mister."
What is verbal irony?
200
This is the intense feeling an audience goes through while waiting for the outcome of certain events; it basically leaves the reader holding their breath and wanting more information.
What is suspense?
300
A person who is admired for great or brave acts or fine qualities and who is the object of extreme devotion. For example, batman
What is a hero?
300
The point in a narrative where a story hits the highest point; it is at times referred to as a crisis, the decisive moment or a turning point in a storyline, and calls for a conclusion. for example in frozen when anna gets a frozen heart.
What is climax?
300
This is defined as a main idea or an underlying meaning of a literary work which may be stated directly or indirectly. This may be related to love, war, hatred, friendship, life, etc.
What is theme?
300
This type occurs when an audience or reader perceives something a character in the literature does not know. For example, Lucy gets evicted, and Tom, who has always like her, has a truck, but Lucy thinks Tom is annoying. Lucy calls sweet talk him into helping her move. Tom believes she actually likes him.
What is dramatic irony?
300
This is using an object or action that means something more than its literal meaning; it contains several layers of meaning and is representative of several other aspects, concepts, or traits than those visible in the literal translation alone. For example, the American flag.
What is a symbol or symbolism?
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A step-by-step device in literature to highlight and explain the details about a person or an animal. For example, in Harry Potter, he is described as having a lightning scar above his forehead.
What is characterization?
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This action occurs after the highest point has been reached and the conflict has been resolved. Hint: What goes up must come down.
What is falling action?
400
This is the mode of narration an author employs to let the readers “hear” and “see” what takes place in a story, poem, essay etc.; it is a reflection of the opinion an individual from real life or fiction can have. First, second, and third person are three of the most familiar types.
What is point-of-view?
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This is a discrepancy between the expected result and actual results. For example, Eminem is well-known for his shockingly profane and obscene lyrical content, but, in a 60 Minutes interview, Eminem claimed there was no swearing in his own home, and his children were not allowed to play music with curse words, including his own tracks.
What is situational irony?
400
The language spoken by the people of a specific area, class, district, or any other group of people.
What is dialect?
500
One character type's actions are normally detailed throughout text with most of the dialogue and inner thinking happening with them. The second type, while important, could be removed from the story without drastically changing the plot. Example:the reindeer in frozen
What are minor and major?
500
A related series of events or actions that build toward the point of greatest interest. Hint: What goes up must come down.
What is rising action?
500
This literary element evokes certain feelings or vibes in readers through words and descriptions; it is often referred to as atmosphere, as it creates an emotional situation that surrounds the readers. It can be developed through setting, theme, tone and diction.
What is mood?
500
This is another word for a conversation between two or more people.
What is dialogue?