Literary Terms and Concepts Review (7th)

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What are two common symbols for teachers?

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Red pen and apple.

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What does it mean when an object represents a broader, hard-to-define idea?

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Symbolism.

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What is an Anti-hero in Dystopian Fiction?

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An unlikely or unusual hero; lacks the qualities of a typical hero but ends up being a hero in the end.

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What is the role of a Mentor in Dystopian Fiction?

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An experienced and trusted adviser.

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What is a protagonist in a story?

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The main character in the story -- the 'good guy.'

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What is verbal irony?

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When words are used to express something contrary to their literal meaning.

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What is foreshadowing?

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

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What is the definition of a theme in literature?

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The central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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What is a setting in a story?

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The time and place in which the story takes place.

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What is a conflict in literature?

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A struggle between opposing forces, which can be internal or external.