Academic Vocab List 2

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Two-dimensional, uncomplicated characters

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flat character

Front

Feelings evoked in the reader by the narrative's atmosphere.

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mood

Front

Point in a narrative where conflict peaks

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climax

Front

Main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work, stated directly or indirectly.

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theme

Front

Moments relating to past events

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Flashback

Front

A character that remains unchanged throughout the narrative.

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static character

Front

Additional meaning associated with a word (emotions, ideas, etc.)

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Connotation

Front

Author's reference shapes theme

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Allusion

Front

Literature in prose form describing imaginary events and people.

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Fiction

Front

Point in a literary work where the main complication is resolved.

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Resolution