Crucible Vocabulary

Front

Figure of speech with deeper meaning

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Symbol

Front

Main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work

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Theme

Front

Audience knows more than characters

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Dramatic Irony

Front

Main events of a story

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Plot

Front

Struggle between opposing forces

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Conflict

Front

Highest point in development

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Climax

Front

Part of plot where problem is resolved

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Resolution

Front

Traits revealed straightforwardly

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Direct Characterization

Front

Character personality revealed through speech, actions, appearance

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Indirect Characterization

Front

Subject to hostility and ill-treatment

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Persecute