Poetry Devices
Words that imitate sound (i.e., buzz, boom)
Onomatopoeia
The main idea of the story.
Theme
When / where a story takes place.
Setting
The part of the plot diagram where the conflict has been resolved.
Resolution
What is Ms. K's favourite diet pop?
HINT: it's educated
Diet Dr. Pepper
A comparison that does not use like or as.
Metaphor
The problem or issue in the story.
Conflict
The main character of the story. Often seen as the "good guy".
Protagonist
Part of the plot diagram that includes the events that develop clues and the actions (builds to the climax).
Rising action
The use of exaggerated terms for emphasis or effect.
i.e., "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse".
Hyperbole
When an inanimate object is given human qualities or abilities.
Personification.
The character in conflict with the protagonist.
Antagonist
The authors way of showing who is telling the story.
Point of View
The part of the plot diagram after the climax when things begin to turn around.
Falling action
Figurative language that appeals to the senses.
Imagery
A comparison using like or as.
Simile
A hint of something that is going to happen later in the story.
Foreshadowing
A scene that returns to events in the past.
Flashback
The highest point of tension in the plot diagram when the outcome is decided.
Climax
The repetition of consonant sounds.
Example: Andy Ate An Apple.
Alliteration
An object which stands for or represents something else more meaningful.
Symbol/symbolism
"The wind whispered through the trees" is an example of what?
Personification
The emotional atmosphere of the text.
Mood
The part of the plot diagram where the characters, setting, mood, and atmosphere are introduced (usually the beginning).
Exposition
Two contradictory terms combined.
i.e., jumbo shrimp
Oxymoron