Short Story Focus on Symbolism, Irony, Foreshadowing, & Conflict

Front

The color red often represents love, passion, or anger. This is an example of ________

Back

symbolism

Front

A character getting into a fist fight with his best friend is an example of ___________

Back

external conflict

Front

The climax is known as __________

Back

the turning point

Front

A dove representing peace is an example of ___________

Back

symbolism

Front

A man leaps out of the road to avoid being hit by a car, only to have a tree branch fall on his head is an example of ________

Back

irony

Front

What is symbolism in literature?

Back

Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

Front

What is irony?

Back

Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning.

Front

What is foreshadowing?

Back

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

Front

What is conflict in literature?

Back

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

Front

What is external conflict?

Back

External conflict is a struggle between a character and an outside force.