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Literary Terms #1

Brenham Eng 1 Lit Terms Group #1

TermDefinition
allusion a reference to another work
allegory a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one
antagonist the character who opposes the protagonist
dichotomy a division or contrast between two things; typically used to make a point or enhance theme
rhetoric persuasive reading or writing
paradox a seemingly contradictory phrase that, upon closer observation, actually makes sense
examples of allusion Your backyard is the Garden of Eden. When you feel betrayed by a friend, you can say, "You too, Brutus?" You're a regular Einstein.
examples of allegory The Harry Potter series can be read as a Christian allegory. The Hunger Games series can be read as a political allegory that makes a statement about our modern society.
examples of antagonist In The Hunger Games, the capital is Katniss' antagonist--and those who control the elements that make up the game. In the Harry Potter series, Vodlemort is the main antagonist.
example of dichotomy Beowulf, dilates upon the theme of good versus evil, where Beowulf is a good character, while three monsters are evil characters.
example of rhetoric Upon approaching a cashier at the grocery store she asks, "Will you help starving children today by adding $3 to your grocery bill?"
example of paradox Your enemy's friend is your enemy. Wise fool "What a pity that youth must be wasted on the young." George Bernard Shaw.
too also; more than enough
two indicates a number
there in or at that place; at that point in action; used to call attention to something or someone
their shows possession
they're contraction for they are
then at that time; next in order
than used in a comparison; a rejected alternative
aggravate to make worse or more severe
irritate to anger or annoy
among in the midst of; surrounded by
between in the space separating; distinguish one from another
abounds to occur or exist in great quantities
bounds tied or secured
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