Words to know for 8th grade ELA

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Third person limited

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A narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of only one character.

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Tone

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The author's attitude toward the subject matter or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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Figurative Language

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Phrasing that goes beyond the literal meaning of words to create a special effect or meaning.

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Allusion

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A reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art to help make a point.

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Situational irony

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A situation where the outcome is significantly different from what was expected.

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First person point of view

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A narrative perspective where the story is told from the viewpoint of a character using 'I' or 'we'.

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Second person point of view

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A narrative perspective that addresses the reader directly using 'you'.

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Third person omniscient

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A narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters.

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Mood

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The emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing, influencing how the reader feels.

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Conflict

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A struggle between opposing forces, which can be internal or external.