Literary Elements Practice

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a literary work.

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What does the term 'mood' refer to in literature?

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Mood refers to the emotional atmosphere of a story, created by the author's use of language and setting.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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Conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the story.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story, often the turning point.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message of a literary work.

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What is the role of the author in a story?

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The author is the person who writes the story, creating the characters, plot, and themes.

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How does the setting influence a story?

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The setting provides the time and place in which the story occurs, influencing the mood and events.

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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 a symbol in literature?

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A symbol is an object, character, figure, or color used to represent abstract ideas or concepts.

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What is the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, while the antagonist opposes the protagonist.