Characterization is a technique used by writers to reveal aspects of a character’s personality. When you characterize an individual you are judging them. You want to be able to use one adjective to describe the character.

the “problem” in the story which triggers the action.

is a personal problem or issue like depression, heart-break, or confusion over what one should do about a certain situation.

is a problem that a person has with someone else like a fight or an argument.

the life lesson or message in a work of literature. This message is usually about life, society or human nature. It’s the author’s advice about life to their readers.

the time and place in which the action of a literary work takes place. This can include the date, the hour, the location, etc.

an exaggeration or overstatement. (Ex. It’s colder than the North Pole outside.)

the difference between what appears to be and what really is.

a comparison between two seemingly unrelated objects using the words “like” or “as.” (Ex. Your skin is like silk.)

a comparison between two seemingly unrelated subjects without using “like or “as.”( Ex. Your eyes are windows to your soul.)

something concrete (an object) that represents or stands for something more abstract, like an idea, a feeling, or emotion. (Ex. The American Flag is a symbol of the idea of freedom)

sensory details (imagery appeals to the senses- what can be seen, heard, felt, etc.)

the repeating of a word or phrase within literature to create a rhythm or make a point.

a suggestion of what is to come later in a work by giving hints and clues.

a figure of speech in which human qualities are assigned to non-human things, or life is given to inanimate objects. (Ex. The portrait of my grandmother spoke words of wisdom.)

Watch out! Tone and mood are similar!! Tone

is the author’s attitude toward the writing. (Ex. Amused, Pessimistic, Angry, Informal, Playful, Ironic, Light, Sad, Serious, Formal, Suspicious, Gloomy, Optimistic, Witty.)

is the general reader’s feelings about the author’s words. It is the atmosphere created by the author’s words. (Ex. Melancholy, Mysterious, Frustrating, Romantic, Gloomy, Sentimental, Sorrowful).

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Term	Definition
Characterization	Characterization is a technique used by writers to reveal aspects of a character’s personality. When you characterize an individual you are judging them. You want to be able to use one adjective to describe the character.
Conflict	the “problem” in the story which triggers the action.
Internal Conflict	is a personal problem or issue like depression, heart-break, or confusion over what one should do about a certain situation.
External Conflict	is a problem that a person has with someone else like a fight or an argument.
Theme	the life lesson or message in a work of literature. This message is usually about life, society or human nature. It’s the author’s advice about life to their readers.
Setting	the time and place in which the action of a literary work takes place. This can include the date, the hour, the location, etc.
Hyperbole	an exaggeration or overstatement. (Ex. It’s colder than the North Pole outside.)
Irony	the difference between what appears to be and what really is.
Simile	a comparison between two seemingly unrelated objects using the words “like” or “as.” (Ex. Your skin is like silk.)
Metaphor	a comparison between two seemingly unrelated subjects without using “like or “as.”( Ex. Your eyes are windows to your soul.)
Symbol	something concrete (an object) that represents or stands for something more abstract, like an idea, a feeling, or emotion. (Ex. The American Flag is a symbol of the idea of freedom)
Imagery	sensory details (imagery appeals to the senses- what can be seen, heard, felt, etc.)
Repetition	the repeating of a word or phrase within literature to create a rhythm or make a point.
Foreshadowing	a suggestion of what is to come later in a work by giving hints and clues.
Personification:	a figure of speech in which human qualities are assigned to non-human things, or life is given to inanimate objects. (Ex. The portrait of my grandmother spoke words of wisdom.)
Watch out! Tone and mood are similar!! Tone	is the author’s attitude toward the writing. (Ex. Amused, Pessimistic, Angry, Informal, Playful, Ironic, Light, Sad, Serious, Formal, Suspicious, Gloomy, Optimistic, Witty.)
Mood	is the general reader’s feelings about the author’s words. It is the atmosphere created by the author’s words. (Ex. Melancholy, Mysterious, Frustrating, Romantic, Gloomy, Sentimental, Sorrowful).

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