Literary Terms Test Review

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A comparison using 'like' or 'as'

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

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The main message that the author wants you to understand after reading the literary piece

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Theme: The central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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Character that does not change throughout the story

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Static Character: A character who remains the same throughout the narrative.

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The beginning of a story is called

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Exposition: The introductory part of a story that sets the stage for the narrative.

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Giving human qualities to non-human objects

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Personification: A literary device where human traits are attributed to non-human entities.

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A figure of speech that implies a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'

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Metaphor: A direct comparison that states one thing is another.

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The sequence of events in a story

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Plot: The structured sequence of events that make up a story.

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A character that undergoes significant change throughout the story

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Dynamic Character: A character who experiences growth or change in the narrative.

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The turning point in a story where the main conflict reaches its peak

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Climax: The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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The final part of a story where the plot strands are drawn together and matters are resolved

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Resolution: The conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved.