ENGLISH 10 S1 FINAL REVIEW - KEY TERMS

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Allusion

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A reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art.

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Unreliable Narrator

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A narrator whose credibility is compromised, often leading to a twist in the story.

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Adverb

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A word that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often ending in '-ly' (e.g., quickly, softly).

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Symbolism

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, conveying deeper meanings.

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Hyperbole

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An over-exaggeration used for emphasis or effect (e.g., 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!').

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Epic Hero

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A brave and noble character in an epic poem, often admired for great achievements.

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Archetype

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A typical example of a person or thing, often representing universal patterns of human nature.

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Personification

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Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities or objects.

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Theme

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The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.

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Foreshadowing

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A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.