Narrative Devices Flashcard Review

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The use of descriptive language to create a mental picture that appeals to the senses.

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Imagery

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A way of describing something by saying it is something else, even though this is not literally true, to help you understand it better.

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Metaphor

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The act of giving a human quality or characteristic to something which is not human.

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Metaphor

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A way of describing something by comparing it to something else using the words “like” or “as”.

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Simile

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Refers to a written or spoken exchange between two or more characters, used to advance the plot, reveal character, and explore themes.

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Dialogue

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The time, place, and environment in which a story unfolds, acting as more than just a backdrop, but also influencing characters, plots, and themes.

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Setting

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Interrupts the chronological sequence of events to present scenes or memories from the past, often used to provide context, backstory, or reveal character development.

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Flashback

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The structure of a story that guides the reader through the plot - clear beginning, middle, and end.

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Story Arc

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The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of closely connected words

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Alliteration

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A punctuation mark used to precede a list of items, a quotation, or an expansion or explanation

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Colon