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English Review 2023

TermDefinition
characterization the creation and development of characters, the people who carry on the action in a literary work
theme universal idea, lesson, or message explored throughout a work of literature.
Simile The comparison of two ideas using the words "like" or "as".
Metaphor Metaphor - The comparison of two ideas without using the words "like" or "as".
Personification A description of animals or inanimate objects as having human qualities or behaviors.
Hyperbole An exaggeration used to create a specific effect.
external conflict A conflict that can be witnessed by others
internal conflict. A conflict that takes place within a person's thoughts or emotions
Exposition The beginning of the story, usually in which the setting and protagonist are introduced.
Inciting Action The scene in which the main conflict in the story begins,
Rising Action A series of actions and scenes that keep building tension, makes up the majority of a story.
Climax The most important and exciting scene in a story,
Falling Action immediate aftermath of the events that take place during the climax, tension is relieved.
Resolution final scenes in a story,
plot curve series of events, throughout the course of a story, drawn in the shape of a curve.
Imagery visual pictures in the reader’s mind
Forshadowing what will happen in the future of a literary work
point of view the angle from which the story is told
Created by: cboula
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