AP LIt Unit 1 vocabulary

What is an archetype in literature?

• A form of storytelling that originated in ancient Greece.

• A type of poem with a specific rhyme scheme and meter.

• A character, action, or situation that represents common patterns of human life and is recognized across different cultures and time periods.

• A type of conflict between characters in a story.

What is an antagonist in a literary work?

• A character who opposes the main character or protagonist, creating conflict and obstacles for them to overcome.

• The main character or hero of the story.

• The setting in which the story takes place.

• The method an author uses to acquaint the reader with the personalities, traits, and motivations of the characters.

What is an allusion in literature?

• A brief reference to a person, event, or place in history, or to a work of art or literature, used to enhance the meaning or depth of the current text.

• A type of figurative language that uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect.

• The contrast between what is expected or intended and what actually happens.

• The time, place, societal situation, and weather in which the action of a narrative occurs.

What is the setting of a literary work?

• The time, place, societal situation, and weather in which the action of a narrative occurs, influencing the mood, atmosphere, and overall context of the story.

• The method an author uses to acquaint the reader with the personalities, traits, and motivations of the characters.

• A particular attitude or way of regarding something; a point of view that shapes how events, characters, and themes are perceived and interpreted in a literary work.

• The teller of the story who provides the perspective through which the events and characters are presented.

What is irony in literature?

• The main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work, often expressed as a universal truth or insight about human nature, society, or the human condition.

• A conclusion or statement that does not logically follow from the previous argument or statement, often used to create comedic or thought-provoking effects.

• A revealing scene or moment in which a character experiences a sudden and profound realization or understanding about themselves, others, or the world around them.

• The contrast between what is expected or intended and what actually happens, often used to create humor, emphasize themes, or highlight the discrepancy between appearance and reality.

What is characterization in literature?

• The method an author uses to acquaint the reader with the personalities, traits, and motivations of the characters, often through their actions, dialogue, and thoughts.

• A type of conflict between characters in a story.

• The perspective from which a story is told, determining the relationship between the narrator and the characters, and influencing the reader's access to information and understanding of events.

• The analysis and evaluation of the merits and faults of a literary or artistic work, examining its themes, techniques, and overall effectiveness to provide insightful interpretations and judgments.

What is perspective in literature?

• The main character or hero of the story.

• A form of storytelling that originated in ancient Greece.

• A particular attitude or way of regarding something; a point of view that shapes how events, characters, and themes are perceived and interpreted in a literary work.

• The teller of the story who provides the perspective through which the events and characters are presented.

What does it mean to annotate a text in literature?

• To add explanatory notes or comments to a text or diagram, providing additional insights, explanations, or analysis to aid comprehension and critical thinking.

• The time, place, societal situation, and weather in which the action of a narrative occurs, influencing the mood, atmosphere, and overall context of the story.

• The contrast between what is expected or intended and what actually happens, often used to create humor, emphasize themes, or highlight the discrepancy between appearance and reality.

• The method an author uses to acquaint the reader with the personalities, traits, and motivations of the characters, often through their actions, dialogue, and thoughts.

What is an epiphany in literature?

• A revealing scene or moment in which a character experiences a sudden and profound realization or understanding about themselves, others, or the world around them.

• A type of figurative language that uses exaggeration for emphasis or effect.

• A type of poem with a specific rhyme scheme and meter.

• A form of storytelling that originated in ancient Greece.

What is a non sequitur in literature?

• A conclusion or statement that does not logically follow from the previous argument or statement, often used to create comedic or thought-provoking effects.

• The main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work, often expressed as a universal truth or insight about human nature, society, or the human condition.

• The analysis and evaluation of the merits and faults of a literary or artistic work, examining its themes, techniques, and overall effectiveness to provide insightful interpretations and judgments.

• The perspective from which a story is told, determining the relationship between the narrator and the characters, and influencing the reader's access to information and understanding of events.