MTS Terms

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allusion

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a reference to a famous thing.

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character actions

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The actions that a character makes could lead to MTS.

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character introduction

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The way an author introduces a character could create MTS.

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cliffhangers

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An ending to a chapter or book that leaves unanswered questions.

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conflict

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conflicts between characters or within themselves can create MTS. For example: The fight between Curley and Lennie creates tension in OMM.

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dialogue

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a conversation between two or more people can create MTS.

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diction (word choice)

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The words that authors choose to use in their writing can create MTS.

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emotional appeal

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An emotional reaction while reading can create MTS for the reader.

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fear of the unknown

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Not knowing what is going to happen or characters not knowing what is going to happen can create MTS.

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figurative language

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Figures of speech such as metaphors, similes go beyond the literal meanings of the words to give readers new insights.