Literary Devices 1-3

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A story in which people, things, and actions represent an idea or generalization about life; they often have a strong moral or lesson.

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Allegory

Front

Usually the most intense point in a story -- A series of struggles build a story or play toward this

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Climax

Front

The method an author uses to reveal characters and their personalities

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Characterization

Front

...a short summary of a humorous event used to make a point

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Anecdote

Front

The person or thing working against the protagonist, or hero, of the work

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Antagonist

Front

Literature in which human errors or problems appear funny – these stories end on a happy note

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Comedy

Front

The final resolution or outcome of a play or story

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Denouncement/Resolution

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An author’s choice of words based on their correctness, clearness, or effectiveness

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Diction/Word Choice

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A sudden perception (moment of understanding) that causes a character to change or act in a certain way

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Epiphany

Front

Man vs. ...

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Fate