Figurative Language
"He was as quiet as a shadow."
What is a simile?
A story told by a "reliable" narrator vs. an "unreliable" child.
What is Point of View?
A pilot who is afraid of heights.
What is Irony?
Using "loomed" instead of "stood" to create a sense of threat or shadows.
What is Word Choice (Diction)?
Quoting a specific line of dialogue to prove a character’s internal conflict.
What is Claim/Evidence?
"The road was a ribbon of moonlight."
What is a metaphor?
A character helps a rival, revealing a hidden sense of honor.
What is Characterization?
Describing a difficult task as a "Herculean effort."
What is allusion?
A pilot who is afraid of heights (a contrast between expectation and reality).
What is Irony?
A narrative that starts in media res (in the middle of the action) to build suspense.
What is Text Structure?
"The ancient house groaned in the wind."
What is Personification?
A "caged bird" represents a character’s lack of freedom.
What is Symbolism?
Using the phrase "sweet sorrow" or "only choice."
What is an Oxymoron?
Two contradictory words are placed side-by-side, such as "sweet sorrow."
What is an Oxymoron?
A "caged bird" representing a character's lack of freedom or voice.
What is Symbolism?
"This bag weighs a ton!"
What is Hyperbole?
A narrative that starts in media res (in the middle of the action).
What is Text Structure?
The statement "Deep down, he’s very shallow."
What is a Paradox?
Describing a difficult task as a "Herculean effort," referencing Greek mythology.
What is an Allusion?
A story told by a "reliable" narrator vs. an "unreliable" child narrator.
What is Point of View?
"The crisp, salty air stung his eyes."
What is Imagery?
Using "loomed" instead of "stood" to create a sense of threat.
What is Word Choice (Diction)?
Quoting a specific line of dialogue to prove an internal conflict.
What is Claim/Evidence?
The statement "Deep down, he’s very shallow" (a contradiction that reveals truth).
What is a Paradox?
Analyzing how a character's decision is influenced by their cultural heritage.
What is Cultural Experience?