Literary Devices

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Antagonist

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The villain of the story that works against the protagonist.

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Figurative Language

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Language that is expanded beyond its literal meaning.

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Protagonist

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The central character or hero, usually the character the audience is sympathetic towards.

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Setting

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The time, place, and atmosphere in which the story takes place.

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Dialogue

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A technique in which writers employ two or more characters to be engaged in conversation with one another.

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Theme

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The underlying message or main idea of a literary work.

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Tone

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

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Mood

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The emotional atmosphere created by a literary work, influencing how the reader feels.

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Characterization

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The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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Conflict

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