Literary Lexicon Vocabulary Practice

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Exposition

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The part of a story where the author lays the groundwork by revealing the setting (where and when) and establishing the basic relationships between characters.

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Scenes

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Divisions within acts in a play or drama that indicate a change in time or location.

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Idiomatic

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A type of speech where an accepted phrase or expression has a different meaning from its literal interpretation. Example: 'To stand up for someone' means to defend or support them.

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Dialogue

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A conversation between two or more characters in a literary work.

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Character V. Nature

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A type of external conflict where a character faces challenges posed by natural forces, such as storms, earthquakes, or extreme weather.

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Climax

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

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Resolution

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

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Monologue

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A long speech by one character in a play or story, often expressing their thoughts or feelings.

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Soliloquy

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A type of monologue where a character speaks their thoughts aloud, typically while alone on stage, revealing their inner feelings.

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Allusion

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A reference to another work of literature, person, or event, often used to provide deeper meaning.