Fiction terms review

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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, creating vivid imagery.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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To create vivid imagery and convey deeper meanings.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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A simile is a comparison between two things using the words _____ or _____.

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like; as

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What is the theme of a story?

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The central idea or life lesson that the story conveys.

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What is a dynamic character?

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A character who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.

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What is a static character?

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A character who does not change or evolve throughout the story.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict.