1st Qtr. English II Lit. Terms

What is the definition of theme in literature?

• The central idea or message conveyed by a literary work.

• The physical setting of a literary work.

• The sequence of events in a literary work.

• The main character in a literary work.

Which literary term refers to the perspective from which a story is told?

• narrative style

• character development

• point of view

• plot structure

What are ethos, pathos, and logos?

• Ethos, pathos, and logos are three persuasive appeals used in rhetoric.

• Ethos, pathos, and logos are three types of logical fallacies.

• Ethos, pathos, and logos are three types of rhetorical devices used in poetry.

What is an archetype in literature?

• A typical character, symbol, or theme that represents a universal pattern or prototype.

• A literary device used to create suspense.

• A specific character that only appears in one book.

• A type of poem with a specific rhyme scheme.

What is the term for the emotional appeal used in persuasive writing or speech?

• pathos

• kairos

• logos

• ethos

What is the term for the logical appeal used in persuasive writing or speech?

• ethos

• pathos

• kairos

• logos

What is the term for the ethical appeal used in persuasive writing or speech?

• ethos

• mythos

• logos

• pathos

What is how the author feels about the subject?

• mood

• tone

• 1st person

• personification

What is how the reader (you) feels about the subject?

• mood

• tone

• 1st person

• personification

What is it called when the main character of the story is a "bad" good guy?

• protagonist

• antagonist

• antihero

• foil