ELA Vocabulary

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What is internal conflict?

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A struggle within a character, often involving emotions or decisions.

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What is plot?

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The sequence or order of events in a story.

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What is historical fiction?

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Made up stories that take place in a particular time period in the past.

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What is characterization?

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The process of revealing a character's personality through their actions, dialogue, and what others say about them.

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What is fantasy?

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Fiction that includes elements that are not real, such as talking animals or magic.

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What is external conflict?

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A struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character or nature.

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What is theme?

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The central idea or message in a story.

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What is tone?

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The author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice.

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What is mood?

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The emotional atmosphere of a story, created by the author's use of language.

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What is point of view?

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The perspective from which a story is told.