Literary Terms Flashcard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is characterization?
Back
Characterization is the process by which an author reveals the personality of a character through their actions, thoughts, looks, and words.
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CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
CCSS.W.7.2D
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of characterization in literature?
Back
The purpose of characterization is to help readers understand the characters' personalities and motivations.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.L.6.6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a metaphor?
Back
A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things directly, without using 'like' or 'as'.
Tags
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.L.4.5A
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a metaphor.
Back
'My life is a dream.'
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CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.L.4.5A
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a simile?
Back
A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is hyperbole?
Back
Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the author's purpose in an informational article?
Back
The author's purpose in an informational article is to inform the reader about a specific topic.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
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