A reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art

Repetition of a vowel sound within two or more words in close proximity

A character or force in conflict with the main character

A comparison without using like or as

A comparison using "like" or "as"

Central idea of a work of literature

Attitude a writer takes toward the audience, a subject, or a character

Feeling or atmosphere that a writer creates for the reader

a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought.

A unit of lines in poetry. Also referred as paragraphs in poetry.

Words rhyming inside one line

words rhyming at the end of consecutive lines

The ordered pattern of rhymes at the end of lines of a poem or verse. Typically described with letters of the alphabet.

Conversation between 2 or more characters

a form of language spoken by people in a particular region or group

A struggle between a character and an outside force.

A struggle between opposing needs, desires or emotions within a single character.

A scene set in a time earlier than the main story.

A hint at coming events; often builds suspense or anxiety in the reader.

Description that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste)

A contrast between expectation and reality. It can present itself as sarcasm or a cleverly surprising situation.