Literary Terms and Figurative Language

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What is an Aside?

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An Aside is a dramatic device where a character speaks to the audience, revealing thoughts or feelings that are not heard by other characters.

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Define Simile.

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A Simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What are the essential elements of Satire?

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The essential elements of Satire include making fun of an idea, person, or institution, the use of irony, and making a broader point about society, culture, or politics.

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What is a Paradox?

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A Paradox is a statement that seems to contradict itself but is, nevertheless, true.

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What is Dramatic Irony?

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Dramatic Irony occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not, creating tension or humor.

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What is a Metaphor?

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

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Define Personification.

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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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 the opposite.

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What is a Foil in literature?

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A Foil is a character who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities of the other character.

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What is a Monologue?

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A Monologue is a long speech by a single character in a play or story, often expressing their thoughts aloud.