Literary Elements Flashcard

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What is external conflict?

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External conflict is a struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character, society, or nature.

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What is internal conflict?

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Internal conflict is a struggle within a character's mind, often involving emotions, decisions, or moral dilemmas.

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What is third person omniscient point of view?

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Third person omniscient point of view is a narrative perspective where the narrator knows all the thoughts and feelings of every character.

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What is dialect?

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Dialect is a particular form of a language that is specific to a region or social group, often characterized by distinct vocabulary and pronunciation.

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What is climax in literature?

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Climax is the point of highest intensity in a story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the definition of theme in literature?

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Theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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What is mood in literature?

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Mood is the emotional atmosphere created by a piece of literature, influencing how the reader feels.

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What is rising action?

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Rising action is the series of events that lead up to the climax, building tension and developing the conflict.

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What is first-person point of view?

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First-person point of view is a narrative perspective where the story is told from the viewpoint of a character using 'I' or 'we'.

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What is third person limited point of view?

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Third person limited point of view is a narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of only one character.