ENGLISH: Literary Elements Review

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What is a Man vs. Man conflict?

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A conflict where two characters have opposing desires or interests, often leading to a disagreement or fight.

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What does 'mood' refer to in a story?

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The emotional tone or atmosphere that a story or scene conveys to the reader.

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What does a crown symbolize in literature?

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A crown often symbolizes royalty, power, or a character's aspirations and relationships, such as love or respect.

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What is the significance of setting in a story?

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The setting provides the time and place of the story, influencing the plot and characters' actions.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The central idea or message that the author conveys through the story.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the purpose of foreshadowing in a story?

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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 a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict that drives the plot.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the story.