Final Exam Review

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is a literary device where the same consonant sound is repeated at the beginning of closely placed words, creating a rhythmic effect. Example: 'Sally Sells Sea Shells by the Sea Shore.'

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What is the primary purpose of foreshadowing in literature?

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The primary purpose of foreshadowing is to create suspense and hint at future events in a story.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when an author reveals a character's traits through their words, thoughts, interactions, and choices, rather than through direct statements.

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What does 'man vs. self' conflict mean?

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'Man vs. self' conflict refers to a character's internal struggle, where they face their own emotions, decisions, or beliefs.

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How did Vladek feel about his number in Maus II?

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Vladek felt comforted by the significance of the numbers, as they represented a part of his identity.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities or objects. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect. Example: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization explicitly describes a character's traits, while indirect characterization reveals traits through actions, dialogue, and thoughts.

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What is the role of comic relief in literature?

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Comic relief is a humorous scene or character that provides a break from the seriousness of the narrative, helping to lighten the mood.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work, often reflecting on human nature or society.