Literary Terms Flashcards

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Simile

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A comparison between two things using “like” or “as.”

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Metaphor

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A direct comparison between two unrelated things without using “like” or “as.”

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Personification

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Giving human qualities to non-human objects or ideas.

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Hyperbole

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An intentional exaggeration used for emphasis or effect.

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Onomatopoeia

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Words that imitate natural sounds (e.g., buzz, crash).

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Irony

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A contrast between what is expected and what actually happens.

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Sarcasm

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A form of verbal irony that is often harsh or mocking.

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Internal Conflict

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A struggle occurring within a character’s own mind.

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External Conflict

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A struggle between a character and an outside force.

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Theme

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The central message, insight, or lesson in a literary work.