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ELA Test Prep 7th G.
Literature Vocab Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Contributes | adds to (your understanding) |
| Mood | Character’s attitude |
| Exemplifies | Give an example of |
| Universal statement | Concept that all people in the world can understand |
| Propel | Move forward |
| Impression | capture a feeling |
| Reveal | show |
| Relationship | connection |
| Impact | influence |
| Figurative language | To use words in a non-literal way to achieve a certain meaning |
| Tone | Expression of emotion |
| Establishes | creates |
| Protagonist | Main character |
| Function (of) | The job (of) |
| Parallels | Having the same direction |
| Convey | Show |
| Form | Shape, pattern, design |
| Traits | feature or quality |
| Shift | Change |
| Perspective | A way of looking at things |
| Differs | How something is unlike the others |
| Effect | Result |
| Affect | Produce a change in |
| Adaptation | Change |
| Alter | Change |
| Apathy | Not caring one way or another |
| Elements | Parts |
| Influences | Actions that cause things to happen |
| Explicitly | Directly |
| Integral | Necessary part |
| Technique | Way of doing something |
| Distinction | Different quality |
| Structure | Organization |
| Assumption | Supposed |
| Conflicting | Disagreeing |
| Portrayal | Create a picture with words |
| Relevant | Important or related to |
| Irrelevant | NOT important or related to |
| Stance | Position |
| Interpretation | Judgment based on evidence |
| Contention | Argument |