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lit terms
first 11 words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Allegory | A story or tale in which two levels of meaning are utilized: literal and symbolic |
| alliteration | Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words or accented syllables |
| Allusion | A reference to a well-known person, place, event, work of art, etc... |
| antagonist | Character or force in conflict with the main character |
| aside | Words spoken in a play in such a way that the other characters are presumed not have heard them |
| assonance | Repetition of vowel sounds Vowels: A, E, I, O, U |
| chiasmus | A reversal in the order of two otherwise parallel phrases |
| indirect characterization | This occurs when an author reveals the traits of the character through his/her: thoughts words actions reaction of others to the character |
| direct characterization | Flat out states the character’s traits |
| characterization | The act of creating or developing a character |
| climax | The high point of interest or suspense |