Literary Elements Flashcard

Front

What is the force in conflict with the protagonist called?

Back

Antagonist

Front

A story about war could have the underlying theme that war is __________.

Back

pointless

Front

Which element is NOT part of PACCTS?

Back

Resolution

Front

When the protagonist must contend against a fact of life or death over which people have little control, what is this conflict called?

Back

Person vs. Fate

Front

Which character type remains the same throughout the story?

Back

Static character

Front

What is the main character in a story called?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the central idea or message in a literary work?

Back

Theme

Front

What is the term for the time and place in which a story occurs?

Back

Setting

Front

What type of character contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist?

Back

Foil character

Front

What is the term for a character that undergoes significant internal change throughout a story?

Back

Dynamic character