ELA Terms to Know

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Protagonist

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A main character of the plot who is usually considered the hero or positive individual

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Antagonist

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A main character of a plot who is in opposition or conflict with the protagonist

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Direct characterization

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When the narrator or a character in the story tells us what we need to know about a character

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Indirect characterization

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When we find out about characters indirectly through thoughts, comments, or actions

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Fill in the blank: A _______ character is a main character of the plot who is usually considered the hero or positive individual.

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Protagonist

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What is the point of view where the voice is that of a character who is part of the story?

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1st person

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In which point of view is the voice that of a narrator who is watching the story?

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3rd person

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The part of the plot that introduces the setting, characters, and initial conflict is called _________.

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Exposition

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What is the part of the plot where the author builds suspense by adding conflict?

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Rising Action

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The point of highest interest in a literary work, where the main conflict is resolved, is called the _________.

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Climax