Definitions
This term is also called the "storyline"
plot
the decisive moment or major turning point in a plot
climax
compares two different things, using the words “like” or “as”
simile
the author's word choice
diction
Soliel is the ________ of "Optimistic People."
protagonist
a recurring image, idea, word(s), action, object, or situation
motif
the portion of a work that provides the background information
exposition
a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable
metaphor
Literal or figurative images used by the author
imagery
Mr. Shiftlet is the _______ in "The Life You Save May Be Your Own"
Antagonist
the leading character, hero, or heroine
protagonist
the final resolution of the plot or conflict
denouement
giving human characteristics to nonhuman or abstract things
personification
the reflection in a work of the author’s attitude toward his or her subject, characters, etc.
tone
The car in "The Life You Save" is an example of a ______ while Lucynell Jr. saying "bird" is an example of a ______.
Motif
Symbol
The location and time in which a story takes place
setting
the form or the shape of a plot
dramatic structure
a great exaggeration, often unrealistic, to add emphasis to a sentiment
hyperbole
a character’s sudden, intuitive perception of or insight into the reality or essential meaning of something.
epiphany
Soleil's removing her shirt, given Tom's excitement, is an example of which kind of irony and why?
Situational Irony
the position of the narrator in relation to the story
Point of View
the events that follow as a consequence of the climax
falling action
a reference to a preexisting person, work, event, or well-known piece of pop culture
allusion
is a figure of speech in which what is said is the opposite of what is meant.
verbal irony
What is the climax of "Optimistic People" and why?
When Soleil lights Tom on fire.