1.1 Vocab List

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ARCHETYPE

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A recurring symbol, character, situation, or image that appears in myths, literature, and folklore across different cultures and periods of time.

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Departure

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The journey of a character far from their ordinary world.

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Initiation

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Stage of a story in which a character undergoes a series of tests, challenges, or trials to overcome their fears and limitations.

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Nuance

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A subtle difference in meaning, expression, or sound.

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RHYTHM

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The speed at which a story unfolds.

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Denotation

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Dictionary definition of a word.

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Connotation

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Emotional feeling or association to a word; changes depending on the context.

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Diction

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Author's choice of words.

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Mood

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Feeling or emotional climate created for the reader: what the reader feels.

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Tone

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Author's attitude toward the subject: reflects the author's feelings and perspective.