Literary Elements

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What is the point of view in literature?

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The perspective from which a story is told. Common types include 1st person, 2nd person, and 3rd person.

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What is 1st Person Point of View?

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A narrative perspective where the narrator is a character in the story, using 'I' or 'we'.

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What is 2nd Person Point of View?

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A narrative perspective that addresses the reader directly using 'you'.

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What is 3rd Person Limited Point of View?

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A narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of one character.

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What is 3rd Person Omniscient Point of View?

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A narrative perspective where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters.

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What is Exposition in a story?

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The introduction of background information, including setting, characters, and context.

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What is Rising Action?

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The series of events that create suspense and tension leading up to the climax.

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What is Climax in a story?

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The turning point or most intense moment in the story, often the peak of conflict.

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What is Falling Action?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution of the story.

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What is Resolution in a story?

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The conclusion where loose ends are tied up and conflicts are resolved.