Literary Devices 11th Grade

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What is the 'tone' of a story?

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The author, narrator, or speaker's attitude toward a subject.

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What is the term for the villain or bad guy in a story?

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Antagonist.

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What is a simile?

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Comparing two unlike things using 'like' and 'as.'

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What is symbolism?

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Using symbols to represent something.

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What is direct characterization?

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The type of characterization where the author tells the reader exactly what kind of person a character is.

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What is an allegory?

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A narrative that uses characters and events to represent broader themes and concepts.

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What is foreshadowing?

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A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What is imagery?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a visual representation in the reader's mind.

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What is a theme?

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The central idea or underlying message of a literary work.