Fiction - Literary Elements

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What is exposition in a story?

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Exposition is the part of the story that introduces the characters, setting, and basic situation.

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What is direct characterization?

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Direct characterization is when the author explicitly describes a character's personality traits.

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What is the difference between external and internal conflict?

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External conflict involves an outside force, while internal conflict occurs within a character.

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What is an example of internal conflict?

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Character vs. Self is a type of internal conflict.

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What is third person limited point of view?

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Third person limited point of view shows the narrator telling one character's story from outside the narrative.

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What is rising action in a story?

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Rising action is the series of events that create suspense and lead up to the climax.

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What is climax in a story?

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Climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What is resolution in a story?

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Resolution is the part of the story where the conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when the author reveals a character's personality through their actions, thoughts, and interactions.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that the author wants to convey through the story.