ENGLISH: Literary Elements Review

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What is a conflict in literature?

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A struggle between opposing forces, which can be internal (within a character) or external (between characters or between a character and nature).

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What is the main conflict in 'Hair Love'?

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Zuri's father struggles to learn how to do her hair for the first time.

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What does the crown symbolize in Zuri's drawing in 'Hair Love'?

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It symbolizes that her mother is very special to her.

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What is verbal irony?

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A figure of speech where a character says one thing but means another, often the opposite.

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Give an example of verbal irony.

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A character says, 'I just love getting caught in the rain,' while drenched and clearly annoyed.

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What is Man vs. Nature conflict?

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A type of conflict where a character faces challenges from natural forces.

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Provide an example of Man vs. Nature conflict.

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A character is trying to survive after being stranded on a desert island during a storm.

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What is point of view in literature?

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The perspective from which a story is told, influencing how events are perceived.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech comparing two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.