DeLaune Literary Terms Review (Examples)

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What is rising action?

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Rising action is the series of events that create suspense and tension in a story, leading up to the climax.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Indirect characterization is when a character's personality is revealed through their actions, speech, thoughts, and interactions with other characters.

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What is irony in literature?

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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning, often creating a humorous or poignant effect.

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What is point of view?

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Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told, influencing how readers perceive characters and events.

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows more about a situation than the characters, creating tension or humor.

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What is falling action?

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Falling action is the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution of the story.

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What is climax in a story?

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Climax is the turning point or most intense moment in a story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is direct characterization?

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

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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What is verbal irony?

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Verbal irony is when a speaker says one thing but means another, often used for sarcasm.