Understanding Literary Perspectives and Voices

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What is the author's intent in writing a text?

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Purpose: The reason behind the author's writing, which can be to inform, entertain, or persuade.

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Who is the voice telling the story?

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Narrator: The character or voice that recounts the events of the story.

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What appeals to logic and reason in an argument?

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Logos: A rhetorical appeal that uses logical reasoning and evidence.

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What is the author's or narrator's attitude toward the subject?

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Tone: The emotional quality or attitude expressed in the writing.

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What provides background information that shapes the meaning of a text?

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Context: The circumstances or background that influence the interpretation of a text.

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What is the term for the perspective from which a story is told?

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Point of View: The vantage point from which the narrative is presented.

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What is the term for the emotional appeal in an argument?

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Pathos: A rhetorical appeal that evokes emotional responses from the audience.

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What is the difference between denotation and connotation?

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Denotation: The literal meaning of a word; Connotation: The implied or associated meaning.

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What is the term for the main idea or underlying message in a literary work?

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Theme: The central topic or idea explored in a text.

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What is the term for a claim made in an argument?

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Assertion: A statement or declaration that is open to challenge.