The central or main character in a story who faces the primary conflict and drives the plot forward.

The use of specific word choices to create a particular effect or style in writing.

A literary device where the audience knows more about a situation than the characters do, creating a layer of irony.

The time and place in which the story occurs.

A type of character who remains the same throughout the story and does not undergo significant change.

A brief narrative that usually focuses on a single incident or moment, often with a clear and impactful resolution.

A subtle hint or suggestion of what is to come later in the narrative.

The sequence of events in a story, including the conflict, climax, and resolution.

A literary genre characterized by humor and a focus on amusing situations and characters.

A character who serves as a main source of support and helps the protagonist by providing insight or advice.

A character who is complex and undergoes significant development throughout the story.

The type of irony where the outcome of a situation is opposite to what was expected.

A character who contrasts with another character to highlight particular qualities of the other character.

The use of symbols to represent ideas or concepts beyond their literal meaning.

The point of view where the narrator is outside of the story and knows everything about all the characters.

A character whose primary function is to embody a particular stereotype or role within the story.

The technique of presenting events in a story by starting in the middle of the action.

The underlying message or central idea explored in a literary work.

The attitude or emotional tone of the author towards the subject matter or audience.