Fiction - Literary Elements

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What is the definition of 'Third Person Omniscient' point of view?

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A narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters in the story.

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What is 'Direct Characterization'?

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A method where the author explicitly describes a character's personality traits.

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How does 'Setting' influence a story?

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Setting creates an emotional backdrop that supports the narrative and affects the mood.

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What is a 'Narrator'?

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A person, animal, or thing telling the story or giving an account of something.

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What is 'Exposition' in a story?

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The part of the story that introduces background information, setting, and characters.

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What is 'Rising Action'?

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The series of events that create suspense and lead up to the climax of the story.

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What is 'Climax'?

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The turning point of the story where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What is 'Resolution'?

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The part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story concludes.

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What is 'Mood' in literature?

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The emotional atmosphere created by the author's use of setting, tone, and style.

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What is 'Theme'?

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The central idea or message that the author conveys through the story.