Eng. II: 1st Six Weeks Vocab Words

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What is the vocabulary word for the following definition: the adversary (enemy) of the protagonist?

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antagonist

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a character who embodies a certain kind of universal human experience; a type seen in myths, fairy tales, and in other forms of literature in every time and place

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archetypal character (archetype)

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What is the vocabulary word for the following definition: the reason the author writes a particular piece, whether to inform, persuade, or entertain the audience?

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author's purpose

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Vocabulary word for: the act of creating and developing a character.

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characterization

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Vocabulary word for: most exciting moment of the story; turning point where you know how the story will turn out?

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climax

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Vocabulary word for: a struggle between opposing forces/a problem?

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conflict

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Vocabulary word for: a feeling or value associated with a word?

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connotation

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What is the vocabulary word for the following definition: the author directly states the character's traits?

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direct characterization

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Vocabulary word for: a character who changes in response to the experience through which he or she passes.

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dynamic character

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Vocabulary word for: a sudden revelation in which a character proceeds from ignorance and innocence to knowledge and awareness.

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epiphany