Figurative Language
Descriptive language, paints a picture for the reader
Imagery
A person, animal, or inanimate object portrayed in a literary work
Character
Attacking a person instead of an issue
Name calling
Simile
A comparison using like or as.
The implied meaning/emotions of a word
Connotation
Hints at something that will happen later in the story
Foreshadowing
The turning point in a story
Climax
Tries to persuade the reader by making them feel strongly
Emotional appeal
Metaphor
A comparison not using like or as.
Cheerful is a(n) __________________ for sorrowful.
Antonym
A reference to a familiar person, place, or event
Allusion
Part in the story where the conflict is resolved
Resolution
Attempts to persuade a reader by saying the same information over and over again
Repetition
Genre
A category used to classify literary works
The presence of a positive or negative approach to a topic
Bias
A story that has an alternate meaning beyond the literal story. Usually this is either moral or political
Allegory
The time and place where a story occurs
Setting
Persuades the reader by using a famous person to promote a product or idea
Testimonial
An exaggeration or overstatement
What is this an example of: She sells seashells by the seashore.
Alliteration
Difference between the expected result and the actual result
Irony
Part at the beginning of the story that provides necessary background information
Exposition
Tries to persuade the reader to do, think, or buy something because everyone else is doing it
Bandwagon
Soliloquy
A speech made by one character while alone on stage, revealing their inner thoughts and feelings
Give the definition of a symbol and an example of one we encounter in our everyday lives
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