Literary Elements Review (9th)

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What is the exposition in a plot?

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The exposition is the part of a plot where the setting is revealed and major characters are introduced.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the part of a plot where the major conflict occurs, typically serving as a turning point for the story.

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What does 'first person point of view' mean?

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First person point of view is when the narrator uses 'I' and 'me' to tell the story, inserting themselves into the narrative.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when a reader discovers character traits through observation of a character's speech or actions.

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when the author straightforwardly reveals a character's traits.

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What is rising action in a plot?

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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 falling action in a plot?

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Falling action is the part of the plot that occurs after the climax, leading towards the resolution.

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What is resolution in a plot?

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Resolution is the part of the plot where the conflict is resolved and the story concludes.

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What is the difference between first person and third person point of view?

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First person uses 'I' and 'me', while third person uses 'he', 'she', or 'they' to tell the story.

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What is third person omniscient point of view?

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Third person omniscient point of view is when the narrator knows all the thoughts and feelings of every character.