How Key Literary Elements Impact Meaning and Understanding Flashcard

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What is the primary purpose of the exposition in a story?

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To provide background information and set the scene

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What best describes a round character?

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A character with a complex personality and depth

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How does an inciting event function in a narrative?

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It sets the main plot in motion

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What is the role of a foil character in literature?

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To highlight the traits of another character through contrast

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Which point of view is characterized by the narrator knowing the thoughts and feelings of all characters?

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Third person omniscient

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Effect of using a non-linear text structure in a narrative?

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It can create suspense or reveal information gradually

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Which of the following is an example of dramatic irony? A character says the opposite of what they mean, The audience knows something the characters do not, A character's actions have an unexpected outcome, A character is unaware of their own flaws

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The audience knows something the characters do not

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How does foreshadowing contribute to a story?

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It provides hints or clues about future events

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What is the primary function of a symbol in literature?

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To represent a larger idea or concept

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What is indirect characterization?

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A character's traits are revealed through their actions and dialogue