Literary Elements Flashcard

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What is tone in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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Define alliteration.

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words, such as 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.'

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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What character trait is demonstrated by someone who is lazy?

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A lazy character trait is shown by a lack of effort or motivation to complete tasks, often opting for the easiest route.

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What does it mean to be resourceful?

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Being resourceful means being able to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties, using available resources effectively.

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What is the purpose of a character trait in literature?

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Character traits help define a character's personality, motivations, and behaviors, influencing their actions and the story's outcome.

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What is the difference between tone and mood in literature?

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Tone is the author's attitude toward the subject, while mood is the emotional atmosphere experienced by the reader.

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Give an example of a simile.

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as', e.g., 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things, stating one is the other, e.g., 'Time is a thief.'

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Define theme in literature.

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The theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work, often reflecting on human nature or society.