Literary Terms Flashcards

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Theme

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the underlying message or main idea the author wants to convey

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Central idea

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the main point or most important thought in an article

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Foreshadowing

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a hint or clue about what will happen later in the story

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Argument

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a claim or position supported by reasons and evidence

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Thesis

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the main idea or claim in an essay

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Context

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the background information that helps explain the situation

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Evidence

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facts, examples, or details that support a claim

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Structure

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the way the text is organized and arranged

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Complex characters

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characters with many different traits and who change or grow

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Resilient

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the character recovers quickly from difficulties