English II H- Literary Terms Pretest

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Characterization

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The methods a writer uses to reveal the physical appearance and personality of a character.

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Conflict

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A struggle between two opposing forces.

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Symbolism

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People, places, or events that have meaning in themselves but that also stand for something beyond themselves.

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Indirect Characterization

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The author gives clues about a character by describing what a character looks like, does, and says, as well as how other characters react to them.

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Mood

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The emotional atmosphere a writer creates in his/her work.

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Direct Characterization

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The author directly describes a character's physical appearance and personality.

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Theme

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The central idea or message in a literary work.

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Tone

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The author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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Allusion

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A reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art.

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Diction

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The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.