Short Fiction Unit Vocab.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a work of literature.

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Define 'exposition' in a story.

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Exposition is the part of a story that introduces the characters, setting, and background information.

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What is a 'round character'?

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A round character is a complex character with multiple traits and a well-developed personality.

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What does 'conflict' refer to in literature?

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Conflict refers to the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot.

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What is a 'plot diagram'?

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A plot diagram is a visual representation of the structure of a story, including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is the purpose of the 'rising action' in a story?

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Rising action builds tension and develops the conflict leading up to the climax.

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Define 'climax' in a narrative.

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The climax is the turning point in a story where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What is a 'flat character'?

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A flat character is a simple character with few traits, often lacking depth.

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What does 'setting' refer to in literature?

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Setting refers to the time and place in which a story occurs.

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What is the 'falling action' in a story?

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Falling action is the part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the resolution.