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Figurative Language

Plot A series of related events that present and resolve a conflict
Exposition The part of the story, usually near the beginning, in which the characters are introduced, the background is explained, and the setting is described.
Rising action The central part of a story during which various problems arise after a conflict is introduced.
Climax The most exciting point in the story, when the conflict is decided
Falling Action The action and dialogue following the climax that lead the reader into the story’s end.
Protagonist MAIN CHARACTER of the story Often, hero or character the audience is supposed to feel most sympathetic for
Antagonist primary adversary of the protagonist. Sometimes the villain
conflict The Primary struggle between the main character or characters and an adverse character, group or force
Internal Conflict A struggle between a character and him/herself
External Conflict A struggle between a character and an outside force.
Complications Small problems in addition to the conflict that add interest to the story
Suspense The uncertainty or anxiety that a reader feels about what will happen in a story
Foreshadow Clues (real or false) that hint at a story’s outcome
Dilemma A character that we care about is in peril or must choose between two dangerous courses of action
Mystery The creation of suspense by withholding information or by presenting unusual circumstances.
Reversal A sudden change in a character’s situation from good to bad or vice versa
Characterization The technique used by a writer to create and reveal the personalities of the characters in a written work.
Created by: fclark
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