Literary Analysis Concepts

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What is figurative language?

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Figurative language includes simile, personification, onomatopoeia, and irony. It is used to create vivid imagery and express ideas in creative ways.

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How does Scrooge's character change throughout the story?

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Scrooge goes from being odious and greedy to being charitable and kind.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is a universal message about life that the author wants the reader to understand.

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How does setting influence characters and plot?

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The setting shapes characters' actions, motivations, and conflicts, driving the events of the plot forward.

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What is the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is the reason why they write a text, which can be to entertain, inform, or persuade.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is irony?

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Irony is a literary technique where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning, often highlighting a contrast.

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What is onomatopoeia?

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Onomatopoeia is a word that imitates the natural sound of a thing, such as 'buzz', 'whisper', or 'bang'.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine its components, such as themes, characters, and structure, to understand its meaning and significance.