Definitions 1.1
Beginning statement that catches our readers attention and convinces them to keep reading
Hook
DJ
What is the definition of flat and round characterization
how are they different
flat- not given much description
round- given much description
they are the polar opposite
list the stages in order, say what the first three do
1. exposition- introduces character and setting
2. inciting incident- moment conflicts begin
3. rising action- event leading up to climax
4. climax
5 falling action
6. resolution
7. denouement
What does E stand for and how can we use it to analyze
Effect on others- how they impact others
What is the attribution of human characteristics to non-human called
Personification
the powerful ending sentence that your reader will remember
Clincher sentence
What is the definition of indirect characterization
not described by author, by action and thoughts
What does the fifth stage
everything that happens after the climax leading to resolution
What does L stand for and how can use it to analyze
Looks- what they look like
What is the definition of Simile
comparing two things using like or as
"The chicken came before the egg" (Smith 21)
Quotes & citations
lot of internal changes
Dynamic characterization
What is the purpose of the last stage
to wrap up the story
What does S stand for and how do we use it
Speech- what they say
What is a universal theme and story stance
universal theme- a general idea that pervades
story stance- the messages of the story
Double Jeopardy:
What words are similar and what is their definition
Target Audience- group that the essay is meant to be read by
Assumed knowledge- reader can be reasonably expected to know based on understanding of your topic
What does is the definition of direct
author directly tells you about character
What is the fourth stage
the highest point of tension
What does A stand for and how do we use it
Actions- what they do
comparing two things without like or as (was or is)
Metaphor
Everything your reader needs to know in order to fully understand your context
Background Context
what does Static mean
stay the same throughout the story
what is the sixth stage
the conflict is officially over
What does T stand and how do we use it
Thoughts- what they think
What is the difference between universal theme and story stance
the story stance is the message of the universal theme