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English 1/14
studying for vocabulary test on MONDAY
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Antagonist | character opposing protagonist |
| authors purpose | creating a particular work ( entertaining explain/inform express opinion to persuade reader to do or believe |
| flashback | interruption in the present action of the plot that gives info to show events that happen at an earlier time |
| foreshadowing | the use of hint or clues suggesting events that will occur later in the plot ; used to build up anxiety or suspense |
| mood | the overall feeling of a work of literature stated with adjectives |
| point of view | The perspective from which a story is told (first person, I, third person, narrator is not involved in the storys action) |
| protagonist | the main character involved in works central conflict |
| setting | time place environment past or present |
| theme | a message about life or human nature that is communicated usually not directly stated |
| tone | the feeling a writer takes toward his or her subject and audience |
| hardships | events or feelings that are painful to hear |
| shroud | hide or cover |
| brusquely | abrupt in manner (rude and short) |
| gratitude | thanks |
| scrutinizing | to examine closely |
| stately | with pride and honor |
| undaunted | without fear |
| profitable | money making |
| stipulated | to promise in making an agreement |
| frivolous | trivial (not important) |