Final Exam 2024 Literary and Figurative Practice

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What is an antagonist in a story?

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A person, thing, or people in society who actively oppose or are hostile to someone or something; an adversary.

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What part of the story is represented by the climax?

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The turning point or the most intense moment in the story.

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What are flat characters?

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Characters who are two-dimensional and relatively uncomplicated; they usually are a side-kick and often function as comedic relief.

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What is external conflict?

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A struggle between a character and an outside force.

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What is indirect characterization?

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Describes characters through their thoughts, actions, speech, and dialogue.

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What is a protagonist?

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The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

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What is rising action in a story?

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The series of events that create suspense and lead up to the climax.

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What is falling action?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What is resolution in a story?

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The conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved.

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What is a dynamic character?

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A character who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.