11th Literature EOC Review

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What is symbolism in literature?

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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Why is it important to cite a text?

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Citing a text is important to mention a specific part of a text to support an idea or analysis.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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Define simile.

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony is when a character is unaware of a situation that the audience knows about.

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What is the purpose of a theme in literature?

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The theme is the central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

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What is a metaphor?

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

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine its components, such as structure, themes, and literary devices, to understand its meaning.

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What is the role of a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict that drives the plot.