Plot Structure
This part of a story introduces the setting, characters, and central conflict.
What is the exposition?
This is when an author or character intentionally says the opposite of what they actually mean.
What is verbal irony?
This is a comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
What is a simile?
What is denotation?
This is when an author reveals a character's personality by stating it.
What is direct characterization?
This sequence of events develops the plot and leads to the highest point of tension in the story.
What is the rising action?
This is when the outcome is very different from what is expected.
What is situational irony?
This is a comparison that doesn't use 'like' or 'as'?
What is a metaphor?
This is the implied meanings, associations, or feelings that a word suggests.
What is connotation?
This is when the author reveals a character's personality trait through the character's appearance, words, actions, effect on others, etc.
What is indirect characterization?
This is when the story reaches its highest point of tension. The conflict has built up to its peak.
What is the climax?
This is when the reader is aware of something that a character doesn't know about.
What is dramatic irony?
This is when an object or animal is given human feelings or thoughts.
What is personification?
"hot" Vs. "cold"
(Example)
What is an example of antonyms?
This is when an author makes a reference to a specific famous person, place, event, work of art, etc.
What is an allusion?
This is when the conflict decreases after the high point of tension in the story.
What is the falling action?
My friend has a giant dog that is terrified of cats. (Example)
What is an example of situational irony?
This literary device uses an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.
What is a hyperbole?
"cold" Vs. "chilly"
(Example)
What is an example of synonyms?
This is a brief story told to make a point or teach a brief lesson.
What is an anecdote?
This is typically when the conflict resolves and the theme of the story is revealed.
What is the resolution?
"She walked through the quiet hallway, unaware that her ex was behind her." (Example)
What is an example of dramatic irony?
I am so hungry I can eat a horse. (Example)
What is an example of hyperbole?
This is what it's called when the word "home" creates a warm feeling, and is associated with belonging and comfort, whereas the word "house" just makes people think of a building where people live.
What is connotation?
This is what it's called when a character struggles with their own thoughts, feelings, actions, or decisions.
What is internal conflict?