AP 12 Literary Terms Test - Part I - Terms #1-20 - Version 1

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the use of minimalism in Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants" contribute to the reader's perception of the underlying tension between the characters?
Back
The subtext and dialogue create a vague atmosphere, requiring the reader to infer the characters' true feelings and intentions.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the transformation of a dynamic character differ from the constancy of a static character in literary analysis?
Back
A dynamic character undergoes significant internal change, affecting the plot's progression, whereas a static character remains unchanged, providing stability to the narrative.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In "The Kite Runner," how does the use of hyperbole enhance the emotional impact of the narrative, and what is an example of this literary device?
Back
Hyperbole emphasizes the intensity of the characters' experiences, as seen in the phrase, "I ran faster than the wind."
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CCSS.RL.11-12.4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Analyze the role of flashbacks in "The Kite Runner" and discuss their significance in shaping the reader's understanding of the protagonist's motivations.
Back
Flashbacks reveal the protagonist's past experiences, offering insight into his motivations and the narrative's central conflict.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants," how does the author create a mood of tension and uncertainty, and what effect does this have on the reader's interpretation of the story?
Back
The mood is established through tense and uncertain interactions between the characters, compelling the reader to infer the underlying conflict.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants," how does the use of personification contribute to the subtextual tension between the characters?
Back
By attributing human characteristics to the landscape, Hemingway enhances the tense emotional backdrop.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In "The Kite Runner," the narrative begins with Amir receiving a phone call that triggers a reflection on his past. Which best describes the name of the literary technique in which the novel's structure begins in the middle of the action?
Back
In media res
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