Mood, tone, characterization

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What is mood in literature?

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Mood is the feeling or atmosphere that a piece of writing creates for the reader.

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What is tone in literature?

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

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What is characterization?

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

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization occurs when the author explicitly describes a character's traits.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization reveals a character's personality through their actions, thoughts, dialogue, and interactions.

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What is rising action in a story?

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Rising action is the series of events that create suspense and lead to the climax.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the turning point or the most intense moment in the story.

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What is resolution in a story?

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Resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is a flat character?

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A flat character is a simple character who does not undergo significant change or growth.

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What is a round character?

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A round character is complex and undergoes development, often showing multiple traits.