Final Semester Flashcard

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________is the principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story). 

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Protagonist

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______is the choice of words.

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Diction

Front

__________includes the parts of the discourse (communication) that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning. 

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Context

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Denotation

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The direct or specific meaning. The literal meaning of a word or phrase.

Front

________is when something is suggested by a word or thing. The figurative meaning (NON-literal meaning).

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Connotation

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_______is the style or manner of expression in speaking or writing. (How the writer or speaker feels about something.)

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Tone

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_________is when something is marked by shortness of statement; everything is stated in fewer words.

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Concise

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_______is a story that is the symbolic representation of something else. (Hint: Think Nuggets!)

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Allegory

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_______is intended to explain or describe something. (Also takes place in the beginning of a story.)

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Exposition

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________is the act of creating logical connections or consistencies (it makes sense). 

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Coherence