Exploring Fiction: A Comprehensive Flashcard

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What is personification?

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A figure of speech where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is a dynamic character?

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A character who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.

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How can an author reveal a story's theme?

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By showing the actions and experiences of the characters rather than stating it directly.

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What is a first-person narrator?

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A narrator who uses 'I' and is a character in the story, providing a personal perspective.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The point of highest tension where the main conflict reaches its peak, often leading to the resolution.

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What is a static character?

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A character who does not undergo significant change throughout the story.

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What is a flat character?

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A character with a simple, one-dimensional personality, lacking depth.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the story.

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What is the role of setting in a story?

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The setting provides the time and place in which the story occurs, influencing the plot and characters.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The central idea or underlying message that the author conveys through the story.