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RL11.3 PBO Key Vocab
Analyze the impact of the author’s choices
Term | Definition |
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identify | to recognize and name |
describe | to represent or give an account in words |
elements | parts |
plot | the pattern of events of a literary work, which includes the following: an exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution |
exposition | provides important background information and introduces the setting, characters, and conflict (in some cases) |
falling action | the action that takes place after climax to reveal the final outcome of key events |
rising action | the action that leads to the climax used to build suspense |
climax | the highest point of tension/interest in the plot |
resolution | the conclusion of the conflict |
analyze | to break into smaller parts for the purpose of study or examination |
impact | to have a strong effect on someone or something |
develop | to cause to grow and become more mature, advanced or elaborate |
relate | tell or convey |
story | a narrative account, either real or fictitious, told in prose |
drama/play | a play; a prose or verse composition telling a story that is intended for representation by actors impersonating the characters |