Elements of Literature Game Show 2024

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What is a conflict in literature?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot forward.

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What are the types of conflict in literature?

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The main types of conflict are Character vs Character, Character vs Nature, Character vs Self, Character vs Society, and Character vs Supernatural.

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What is a static character?

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A static character is one who does not undergo significant change throughout the story.

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What is direct characterization?

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

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when the author reveals a character's traits through their actions, speech, thoughts, effects on others, and looks.

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What does the acronym STEAL stand for in characterization?

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STEAL stands for Speech, Thoughts, Effects on others, Actions, and Looks.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is descriptive language that appeals to the senses and helps create a mental picture.

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What is visual imagery?

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Visual imagery refers to descriptive language that creates a picture in the reader's mind, often related to sight.

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What is auditory imagery?

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Auditory imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the sense of hearing.

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What is tactile imagery?

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Tactile imagery refers to descriptive language that appeals to the sense of touch.