Literary Terms - Mrs. King

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What is a type of conflict in literature?

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Types of conflict include Person vs. nature, Person vs. self, Person vs. society, and All of the above.

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What literary device uses an object or action that means something other than its literal meaning?

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Symbolism.

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What is the definition of plot?

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Plot is the sequence of events in a story, the plan or groundwork of the story, and a series of events.

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Which of the following is NOT part of the setting of a story?

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Intensity.

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What does the exposition of a story do?

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It presents essential background information and introduces the setting and characters.

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What is symbolism in literature?

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Symbolism is a literary device where an object or action represents a deeper meaning beyond its literal sense.

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What are the main components of a plot?

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The main components of a plot include exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the turning point or the most intense moment in the story.

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting includes the time and place in which the story takes place.