Gothic literature
Haunted house, abandoned setting, graveyard.
What are common gothic settings?
indicate an abrupt change in thought, or set off additional information.
What is a dash?
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"The moon was as bright as a diamond."
the turning point or most intense moment in a narrative, where the main conflict reaches its peak and leads toward resolution.
What is the climax?
Something beyond the laws of nature, like ghosts, vampires, or curses.
What is 'supernatural?'
Used to show strong emotion or emphasis
What is an exclamation mark?
Non-human objects or concepts are given human qualities to create vivid imagery or emotional connections.
What is personification?
A haunted house in a mystery story.
What is an example of a setting?
The author of the Tell-Tale Heart.
Who is Edgar Allan Poe?
indicates a pause or unfinished thought. It is used when words are omitted or when something is left unsaid.
What is the purpose of ellipses?
"The snake slithered silently across the sand."
What is an example of alliteration?
opening statement or situation designed to grab the reader's attention, creating curiosity and encouraging them to continue reading.
What is a hook?
The stuffed pets, name list, the yellow
Chrysanthemums, the tea.
What are symbols in The Landlady?
connect two closely related independent clauses without a conjunction or to separate items in a complex list. Can be replaced by a full stop.
What is a semi colon?
placement of two or more elements (characters, settings, ideas) side by side to highlight contrasts, differences, or contradictions, creating deeper meaning.
What is juxtaposition?
Gives hints or clues about events that will occur later in the story.
What is foreshadowing?
A narrator whose version of events can’t be fully trusted, often due to madness, lies, or lack of knowledge.
What is an unreliable narrator?
Used to emphasise words or for internal thoughts
What are italics?
A character who contrasts with the main character, often to highlight particular qualities of the protagonist
What is a foil character?
Scout Finch, the protagonist, demonstrates her fierce independence and courage when she stands up to her teacher, Miss Caroline, after being scolded for knowing how to read.
What is an example of indirect characterisation?