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Literary Terms

Nov 17-21

TermDefinition
Climax The most interesting part or the turning point of the story
Conflict The problem or struggle in the story
External Conflict is one that can be seen and involves a character struggling against an opposing force: another character or obstacle
Foreshadow Hints or clues the author gives what will happen in the story
Mood How the author makes the reader feel
Plot The series of events in the story
Setting The when, where, and environment of the story
Tone How the author feels
Antogonist Usually the bad guy and is in direct conflict with the main character
Protagonist The main character in a story and usually the good guy or hero
Dialogue Conversations in the story
Direct Characterization Is when the author TELLS what the character is like
Dynamic Character Grows or changes as a result of the story
Round Character Character is multi-dimensional and many different traits are revealed
Flat Character Character only has 1-2 traits revealed to the reader
Static Character Character does not changed as a result of the story
Internal Conflict Occures within the characters heart or mind
Allusion A reference to a well-known person, place, event, or thing
Indirect Characterization Is when the author SHOWS what the character is like
Motivation What drives the character (fear, needs, wants, etc.)
Created by: leticia.r749
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