Contemporary Literature: Vocabulary List #1

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Imagery

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The use of vivid and descriptive language to add depth to the work.

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Foil

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A character that contrasts with another character to highlight particular qualities.

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Verbal Irony

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A form of irony where what is said is the opposite of what is meant.

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Assonance

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The repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words.

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Antagonist

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A character or force in conflict with the main character (protagonist).

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Protagonist

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The main character in a literary work, often facing a conflict.

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Metaphor

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Simile

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A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

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Theme

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The central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

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Symbolism

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.