Literary Elements Flashcard

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What is a character in literature?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story.

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What is a plot in literature?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is the setting in literature?

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The setting is the time and place in which a story takes place.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The theme is the central idea or message conveyed by the author.

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What is the difference between a character and a setting?

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A character is a person or figure in the story, while the setting is the time and place of the story.

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What are the main elements of a story?

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The main elements of a story include characters, plot, setting, conflict, and theme.

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What is conflict in literature?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot.

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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What is an antagonist?

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The antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist.

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What is a narrative?

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A narrative is a spoken or written account of connected events; a story.