Definitions
Define symbol
a mark or character used as representation of something.
Comparing two things using like or as
Simile
A firm decision to do or not to do something
Resolution
"Boom"
Onomatopoeia
involves stories where characters are against each other
man vs. man
Define Theme
the subject of talk, piece of writing, or a person's thoughts
warning or indication of an upcoming event
Starts right after the period of exposition and ends at the climax
Rising action
Pretty Ugly
Oxymoron
an external struggle positioning the character against an animal or a force of nature.
man vs. nature
Define Plot
the main events of the literary piece
Visually descriptive or figurative language
Imagery
The most intense, exciting, or important part of something
Climax
Cheerful
Mood
when a protagonist has a strong belief against the majority of the community or surroundings and decides to act on it
man vs. society
Define Point of View
a particular attitude or way of considering a matter
distinctive repeating feature or idea
A comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory
Exposition
Laughter is music of the soul
Metaphor
conflict where a character is their own adversary.
man vs. self
Define Dialogue
conversation between two or more people as a feature of book, play, or story
the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effects
Juxtaposition
what happens near the end of the story after the climax and resolution of a major conflict
Falling action
Lightening danced across the sky
Personification
is a problem, antagonism, or struggle that takes place between a character and an outside force.
external conflict