Literary Terms
The conclusion of the story that reveals the solution to the problem or conflict
resolution
"He was busy as a bee, always working on tasks without taking much of a break."
What type of figurative language is this?
simile
This type of characterization TELLS the audience about the character's personality
direct characterization
The message, moral, or lesson the author wants the reader to learn through the text is ____________.
theme
protagonist
The part of the story that develops the problem or conflict through a series of events that build up interest and/or suspense
rising action or development
"Books are mirrors of the soul."
What type of figurative language is this?
metaphor
"Mirrors": Represents the ability to see oneself clearly.
"Soul": Represents the deepest thoughts, emotions, and experiences of a person.
This type of characterization SHOWS the audience the personality of a character through STEAL.
indirect characterization
True or False: Theme is expressed in a single word.
"I was only seven years old when my family moved to the United States. We took a vacation that allowed us to explore our nation from east to west and north to south. My friend and I finally relaxed once we got to the beach and waded into the ocean."
From what point of view is this story told?
first person point of view
An introduction to the story that provides necessary details about characters, setting, and the basic situation
exposition
"She had butterflies in her stomach leading up to performing the monologue to a full audience."
What type of figurative language is this?
idoim
"He always volunteered to do the most difficult tasks, never complaining about the workload."
What kind of characterization is this?
Indirect Characterization (Actions)
What is the first step in finding theme?
summarize the story (in one-two sentences)
the person working against the main character
antagonist
The turning point of the story where the problem/conflict reaches its peak
"You know that New York is the city that never sleeps. There are people everywhere at all times!"
What type of figurative language is this?
personification
"Alicia was well-dressed for her first day of work. She was feeling very confident."
What kind of characterization is this?
Direct Characterization
True or false: Theme is meant to be a global message that all people can take away from the story.
true
a conflict that takes place within the mind of a character; character struggles to make a decision, take an action, or overcome a feeling
Which type on conflict is this?
internal conflict
The event(s) after the climax (or turning point) that lead to the resolution
falling action
"He would clear the savanna after every meal."
-Timon (Lion King)
What type of figurative language is this?
hyperbole
" 'I can handle this myself,' she snapped, pushing past the offered help."
What type of characterization is this?
Indirect Characterization (Speech)
True or False: Theme is presented through the character's thoughts and feelings, as well as the conflict of the plot.
true
conflict where a character struggles against some outside force such as another character in a story, the environment or nature, society, or fate
Which type on conflict is this?
external conflict