Literary Devices in Literature

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Contrast and Contradiction

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When the character does something the reader does not expect.

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Aha Moment

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When the character realizes something and this realization is going to impact the story.

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Memory Moment

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The author pauses the action of the story to share a memory from the character.

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Tough Question

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When the character asks themselves a really difficult question.

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Words of the Wiser

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When a character (usually older and wiser) gives the main character advice.

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Again and Again

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When the author mentions a word, phrase, or symbol over and over again.