Literary Elements

Front

What is a character in a story?

Back

A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story, play, or other literary work.

Front

What does the term 'theme' refer to in literature?

Back

The theme is the central idea, message, or underlying meaning of a literary work.

Front

What is the 'setting' of a story?

Back

The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs.

Front

Who is the narrator in a story?

Back

The narrator is the person or character who tells the story, providing perspective and insight.

Front

What is meant by 'plot' in a literary context?

Back

The plot refers to the sequence of events and actions that make up a story.

Front

What are literary elements?

Back

Literary elements are the components that make up a work of literature, including character, setting, plot, theme, and more.

Front

How does a character's development affect a story?

Back

Character development influences the plot and theme, as it shows how characters change and grow throughout the story.

Front

What role does conflict play in a narrative?

Back

Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot and creates tension in the story.

Front

What is the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist?

Back

The protagonist is the main character who drives the story forward, while the antagonist opposes the protagonist, creating conflict.

Front

What is a symbol in literature?

Back

A symbol is an object, character, figure, or color used to represent abstract ideas or concepts.