Literary Devices

Front

What type of conflict happens when the character(s) fight against institutions, traditions, or laws?

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man vs. society

Front

The beginning of the plot, when the setting and characters are established.

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exposition

Front

The type of conflict when a character struggles with another character. Antagonist vs. Protagonist.

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man vs. man

Front

The point of a plot where events are displayed that lead to the end of the story.

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falling action

Front

What is a scene that takes place before a story begins?

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Flashback

Front

What is the term for the highest point of tension in a story?

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climax

Front

What is the term for the series of events that build up to the climax?

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rising action

Front

What is the term for the final part of a story where the plot strands are drawn together?

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resolution

Front

What literary device involves giving human traits to non-human things?

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personification

Front

What is the term for a recurring theme or idea in a literary work?

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motif