Literary Elements, Poetry, and Figurative Language Flashcard

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What is alliteration?

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Repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of close words

Answer explanation

Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of close words, making it the correct choice in this context.

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antagonist

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The character or force opposing the protagonist

Answer explanation

The term 'antagonist' refers to the character or force that opposes the protagonist in a story. This character creates conflict and obstacles for the main character.

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Which term describes a struggle within a character?

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Internal Conflict

Answer explanation

The term that describes a struggle within a character is Internal Conflict, where the character faces a mental or emotional battle within themselves.

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What is a metaphor?

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A comparison without using like or as

Answer explanation

A metaphor is a comparison without using like or as, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The moment of highest intensity

Answer explanation

The climax of a story is the moment of highest intensity, where the tension reaches its peak before the resolution.

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Foreshadowing

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Hints at future events

Answer explanation

Foreshadowing means hinting at future events, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

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What is 'personification'?

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Giving human traits to nonhuman things

Answer explanation

Personification is the act of giving human traits to nonhuman things, making them seem more human-like.

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Which term refers to the main character?

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Protagonist

Answer explanation

The term 'Protagonist' refers to the main character in a story. They are usually the central figure and drive the plot forward.

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Verbal irony

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Saying the opposite of what is meant

Answer explanation

Verbal irony is when someone says the opposite of what they mean, making it different from the literal meaning.

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What does 'theme' refer to?

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The main idea or insight revealed by the story

Answer explanation

The 'theme' refers to the main idea or insight revealed by the story, making it the correct choice among the options provided.