Author's Craft Flashcard

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What is dialogue in a story?

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Conversation between characters.

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Why do authors include imagery in their stories?

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To create images in the reader's mind as they read.

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What is indirect characterization?

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When the author gives hints to reveal characteristics of a character.

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What is a simile?

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Compares two unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What type of characterization is used in the sentence: 'Sally was a beautiful young woman who enjoyed reading and taking long walks'?

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Direct characterization.

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What is the purpose of imagery in literature?

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To interest the reader and create vivid images.

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What does it mean to characterize a character directly?

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The author explicitly states the traits of the character.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization tells the traits outright, while indirect gives hints.

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What is an example of a simile?

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'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Why is dialogue important in a story?

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It helps to develop characters and advance the plot.