Literary Terms and Concepts

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Direct characterization

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A method of character development in which the author directly describes the character's traits.

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Indirect characterization

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A method of character development where the author shows the character's traits through actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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Informative/Expository writing

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Writing that aims to inform or explain a topic to the reader.

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Argumentative writing

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Writing that presents a claim or argument and supports it with evidence.

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Narrative writing

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Writing that tells a story or recounts events.

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Chronological order

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The arrangement of events in the order they occur.

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Nonfiction

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Writing that is based on real events, people, and facts.

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In medias res

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A narrative technique where the story begins in the middle of the action.

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External conflict

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A struggle between a character and an outside force.

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Internal conflict

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A struggle within a character's mind.