Literary Terms Flashcards

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beginning

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The initial part of a story where characters and settings are introduced.

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bestseller

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A book that sells in large numbers, often appearing on bestseller lists.

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chapter

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A division of a book, typically with a number or title.

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character

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

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critic

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A person who evaluates and analyzes literary works.

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editor

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A person responsible for preparing written material for publication.

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ending

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The final part of a story where the plot concludes.

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hit

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A successful book or work that gains popularity.

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narrator

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The person or character who tells the story.

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novelist

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An author who writes novels.