Literary Terms Flashcard

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What is verbal irony?

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When a speaker, author, narrator, or characters use words to convey a meaning that is opposite of what is directly stated.

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How can you best summarize a speaker's argument?

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By focusing on the main points.

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What is an argument?

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A reason given with the goal of convincing or influencing others that an idea or decision is right or wrong.

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What does the tone 'optimistic' mean?

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A tone that expresses hopefulness and confidence about the future.

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What does the tone 'entertaining' mean?

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A tone that is amusing or enjoyable, often making the audience laugh or feel good.

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What is dramatic irony?

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A situation in a narrative where the audience knows more about the situations, causes of conflicts, and their resolutions before the leading characters or actors.

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What is situational irony?

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A situation where the outcome is incongruous with what was expected, often in a surprising or humorous way.

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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 the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or claim of an essay or paper.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other.