Midterm 2024

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What is irony in literature?

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A literary device used to emphasize a point through contrast.

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What does the motif of darkness symbolize in literature?

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Mystery and danger.

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What does 'mood' refer to in literature?

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The emotional feeling or atmosphere that a work of literature produces in a reader.

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What is the purpose of the Historical/Biographical Lens?

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To analyze historical contextual information.

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What is internal conflict in literature?

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Occurs when a character experiences tension within themselves.

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What is the purpose of using symbolism in literature?

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To represent ideas or qualities through symbols.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The central idea or underlying message in a literary work.

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What is foreshadowing?

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A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a literary work, often facing a conflict.

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What is a literary motif?

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A recurring element that has symbolic significance in a story.