Literary Terms Flashcards

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Allegory

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A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning.

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Alliteration

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When words with the same sound or letter appear consecutively in a sentence.

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Allusion

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Referencing a well-known work within a story.

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Analogy

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A comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect

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Antagonist

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The person who fights or opposes the main character.

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Character

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Players in a story.

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Cliffhanger

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A plot device used at the end of a section to keep the audience engaged.

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Climax

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The ultimate challenge or decision in a story; the peak of the narrative.

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Diction

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The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.

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Euphemism

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The substitution of a mild or pleasant expression for one that is too strong or unpleasant.