Literary Terms

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What is 'man vs. man'?

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A type of conflict where a character has a problem with another character.

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What is dialogue?

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The talking the characters do, what they say.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What is a minor character?

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A character that supports the main character in the story.

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What is conflict in literature?

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The problem or struggle between two opposing forces.

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What is 'man vs. nature'?

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A type of conflict where a character faces challenges from natural forces.

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What is 'man vs. himself'?

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A type of conflict where a character struggles with their own emotions or decisions.

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What is 'man vs. society'?

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A type of conflict where a character stands against societal norms or laws.

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What is exposition in a story?

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The introduction of background information, setting, and characters.

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What is resolution in a story?

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The part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story concludes.