Literary Terms

Front

Conflict that pits one person against each other.

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Man vs. man

Front

The narrator is a character in the story who can reveal only personal thoughts and feelings.

Back

First person

Front

All fiction is based on conflict and this conflict is presented in a structured format called.

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Plot

Front

The use of words that mimic sound.

Back

Onomatopoeia

Front

The contrast between what is expected and what actually is.

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Irony

Front

A recurring theme or idea in a literary work.

Back

Motif

Front

A character who opposes the main character.

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Antagonist

Front

The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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Protagonist

Front

The time and place in which a story occurs.

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Setting

Front

An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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Hyperbole