Short Fiction Unit Vocab.

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What is situational irony?

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An event occurs that is contrary to what is expected by the characters or the audience.

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What is a fact?

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Something that truly exists and can be proven.

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What is resolution in a story?

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The part of the story where the main problem or conflict is resolved.

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What defines the gothic genre?

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A genre that emerged in the late 18th century characterized by mystery, supernatural elements, and dark settings.

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What type of conflict is represented when a character is lost in a blizzard with no apparent way out?

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External conflict.

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What is verbal irony?

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A figure of speech in which what is said is different from or the opposite of what is meant.

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What is characterization?

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The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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What is mood in literature?

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The atmosphere or emotional condition created by the piece, affecting how the reader feels.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The central idea or message that runs throughout a literary work.

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What is a plot?

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The sequence of events that make up a story.