Literary Terms Flashcards

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Drama

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A type of story acted out before an audience. Often called a play.

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Scene

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Actions happening in one place at one time.

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Simile

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The comparison of two or more things using the words "like" or "as."

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Imagery

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Language that suggests how someone or something looks, sounds, feels, smells, or tastes.

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Metaphor

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A comparison between two things that are unrelated; the comparison is not literally true. Example: He is as cool as a cucumber.

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Synonym

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A word which means the same or is similar to another word. Example: sad=miserable.

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Repetition

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The act or process of repeating.

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Hyperbole

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. Example: I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.