English 1 Final Exam Study Flashcard

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What is 2nd Person narration?

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A mode of narration where 'you' are the agent, as in 'you walked down the stairs'. It is rarely used in narratives.

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What is an Antagonist?

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The character who represents evil or presents obstacles for the main character in a story.

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What is Rising Action in a plot?

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The longest part of the plot diagram that builds up the problem.

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What is Conflict in literature?

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The struggle between two forces, often central to the plot.

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What is a Theme?

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A message about a universal human experience conveyed through a story.

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What is 1st Person narration?

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A mode of narration where the story is told from the perspective of 'I' or 'we'.

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What is 3rd Person Omniscient narration?

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A mode of narration where the narrator knows all the thoughts and feelings of every character.

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What is a Protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing challenges or conflicts.

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What is Exposition in a plot?

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The introduction of background information, setting, and characters in a story.

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What is Climax in literature?

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The turning point of a story where the main conflict reaches its peak.