Short Fiction Unit Vocab.

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not, creating tension and engagement.

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Is Diary of A Wimpy Kid fiction or non-fiction?

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Fiction.

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What is rising action in a story?

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Rising action is the series of events that lead up to the climax, where the conflict intensifies.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when an event contradicts the expectations of the characters or the audience.

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict that drives the plot.

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What is the definition of conflict in literature?

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Conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which can be internal or external, driving the narrative.

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What is falling action?

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Falling action is the part of the story after the climax, where the conflict begins to resolve.

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What is verbal irony?

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Verbal irony occurs when a speaker says one thing but means another, often for humorous or emphatic effect.

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What is the climax of a story?

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

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What is a round character?

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A round character is a complex character who undergoes development and change throughout the story.