Literary Terms

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Setting

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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Character

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A person, animal, or figure represented in a story.

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Conflict

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A struggle between opposing forces, often the central problem in a story.

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Theme

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The central idea or message in a literary work.

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The Functions of a Setting

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To create a mood or atmosphere

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Details in Tone

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Tone is in the details that are included or omitted in the text.

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Mood vs. Tone

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Mood refers to the reader's reaction, while tone refers to the author's attitude.

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Example of Tone

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"The park welcomed children. But, like most areas overrun with kids, it was loud and noisy. Plus, there was no place to sit."

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Mood Example Analysis

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The mood in the example is joyful and welcoming.

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Tone Creation

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Tone is conveyed through word choice and style.