Lit Terms Flashcard

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Which vantage point uses the 'I' pronoun?

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First Person: A narrative perspective where the narrator is a character in the story, using 'I' or 'we'.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

In general, a discrepancy between expectation and reality is known as?

Back

Irony: A literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning, often highlighting a contrast.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

Front

What is a word or phrase that describes one thing in terms of another, not meant to be taken literally?

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Figure of Speech: A rhetorical device that conveys meaning through figurative language, such as metaphors or similes.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Front

What term describes a particular way of speaking that is unique to a social class or region?

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Dialect: A form of language specific to a particular region or social group, characterized by distinct vocabulary and grammar.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What do we call a character we do not know much about?

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Flat Character: A character that is not fully developed and lacks depth, often serving a specific purpose in the story.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the term for a character that undergoes significant internal change throughout a story?

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Dynamic Character: A character who experiences growth or change in personality or perspective over the course of the narrative.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the term for the author's choice of words and style of expression?

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Diction: The specific word choice and phrasing used by an author to convey tone and meaning.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is a comparison between two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'?

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Simile: A figure of speech that directly compares two different things, often using 'like' or 'as'.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Front

What is the term for the main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work?

Back

Theme: The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative, often reflecting broader societal issues.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is the term for a character that contrasts with another character, often highlighting particular qualities?

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Foil: A character who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight specific traits.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C