Literary Elements

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What is juxtaposition?

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Juxtaposition is the placement of two things close together for contrasting effect.

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What mood is created by a description of a foggy path and distant owl hooting?

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The mood is mysterious.

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What does tone refer to in literature?

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Tone refers to the way something is said, reflecting the author's attitude.

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What is conflict in a story?

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Conflict is the problem in the story, which can be between the main character and someone/something else or within the character themselves.

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What is symbolism in literature?

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Symbolism involves objects that represent something important in the story or for the characters.

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Define theme in literature.

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Theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which the author reveals the personality of a character.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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What does perspective mean in literature?

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Perspective refers to the viewpoint from which the story is told.

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What is falling action in a narrative?

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