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Vocabulary #3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Subplot | A plot secondary in importance to the main plot |
| Imagery | Dscriptive words or phrases to create images in the reader's mind |
| Climax | The turning point in a literary work |
| Rising Action | The action and events leading up to the climax |
| Foil | A character used to contrast another character |
| Tragic Flaw | The flaw in a character that leads to his/her down fall |
| Romanticism | Literature emphasizing emotions and imagination |
| Foreshadowing | The act of hinting at things to follow |
| Dramatic Irony | When the reader knows something that the character does not know |
| Falling Action | Events following the climax leading to the conclusion of a work |
| Pathos | An element that arouses pity or compassion |
| Static Character | A character who remains the same throughout a work |
| Motif | An often-repeated idea or theme in a story |
| Dynamic Character | A character who changes in a work |
| Hubris | Excessive pride or confidence |