Literary Terms Flashcard

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What does 'eerie' mean?

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Scary.

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What does it mean to 'Clarify' something?

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To make or become more easily understood.

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What does 'inestimable' refer to?

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Impossible to estimate.

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What is the purpose of the introduction in an essay?

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To present the main argument or thesis.

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What are the middle paragraphs of your essay called?

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Body paragraphs.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is the definition of 'theme' in literature?

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The central idea or message in a work of literature.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character or force that opposes the main character (protagonist).

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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.