Elements of Literature

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Characterization

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The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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3rd person omniscient

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A narrative perspective where the narrator knows everything about the story and reveals the thoughts of multiple characters.

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3rd person limited

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A narrative perspective where the narrator tells the story focusing on the thoughts and feelings of only one character.

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Exposition

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The beginning of a story where characters and setting are introduced.

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Foreshadowing

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The use of hints and clues to suggest what will happen later in a plot.

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Protagonist

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

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Antagonist

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A character or force in conflict with the protagonist.

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Plot

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The sequence of events that make up a story.

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Climax

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of a story.

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Resolution

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The part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story concludes.