Literary Terms Flashcards

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Alliteration

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The repetition of initial consonant sounds (e.g., Peter Piper picked...).

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Allusion

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A reference to another work, event, or figure (often biblical, historical, or literary).

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Antagonist

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The character or force in conflict with the protagonist.

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Characterization

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The way an author develops characters through description, actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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Climax

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The turning point or moment of highest tension in a story.

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Conflict

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The struggle between opposing forces (internal or external).

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Foreshadowing

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Hints or clues that suggest future events in a story.

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Hyperbole

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Exaggeration for emphasis or effect.

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Imagery

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses.

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Irony

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A contrast between expectation and reality (verbal, situational, or dramatic).