Literary Terms

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Conflict

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The problem that needs to be solved in a story.

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Characters

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The people, animals, or creatures in a story, movie, or play.

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Falling Action

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Events after the climax, leading to the resolution.

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Imagery

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Using words that invite the reader to imagine or picture what is happening, utilizing the 5 senses.

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Onomatopoeia

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The use of words to create a sound effect in a story.

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Theme

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The central idea or message in a story.

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Plot

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The sequence of events that make up a story.

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Setting

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The time and place in which a story occurs.

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Protagonist

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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Antagonist

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The character or force that opposes the protagonist.