Literature Terms

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Exposition

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The necessary background information provided at the beginning of a story, including details about the setting, characters, and initial conflict.

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Irony of Situation

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A literary device where an event occurs that is contrary to what is expected, often leading to a surprising or humorous outcome.

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Onomatopoeia

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A word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes, such as 'buzz' or 'sizzle'.

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Rising Action

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The series of events that lead up to the climax of a story, where conflicts begin to escalate.

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Hyperbole

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An exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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Theme

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The central idea or underlying message of a literary work, often reflecting on human nature or society.

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Dramatic Irony

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A situation in a narrative where the audience knows more about the events than the characters, creating tension or humor.

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Falling Action

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution of the story, where conflicts begin to resolve.

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Characterization

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The process by which the author reveals the personality of a character, either directly or indirectly.

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Symbolism

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, where a symbol stands for something beyond its literal meaning.