English 9: Final Review Part 1 - Literary Terms

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'She was as sly as a fox.'

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What is the plot of a story?

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The plot is the sequence of events in a story, including the rising action, climax, and falling action.

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What is satire?

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Satire is a genre of literature that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock individuals, society, or politics.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs, including the environment and context.

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What is a soliloquy?

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A soliloquy is a speech given by a character alone on stage, expressing their thoughts and feelings to the audience.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities or objects. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which the author reveals the personality and traits of a character in a story.

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What is theme in literature?

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The theme is the central idea or underlying message of a literary work, often reflecting on human nature or society.

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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 tone in literature?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.