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Which narrative structure involves weaving together multiple independent plot lines that converge around a unifying theme?
Which narrative structure involves weaving together multiple independent plot lines that converge around a unifying theme?
- In medias res
- Parallel plot structure (correct)
- Linear narrative
- Episodic narrative
In character development, what term describes a character who undergoes no significant internal change throughout the course of a story?
In character development, what term describes a character who undergoes no significant internal change throughout the course of a story?
- Static character (correct)
- Foil character
- Round character
- Dynamic character
If a poem's rhythm is described as iambic pentameter, what aspect of the poem is being addressed?
If a poem's rhythm is described as iambic pentameter, what aspect of the poem is being addressed?
- Rhyme scheme
- Pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables (correct)
- Use of figurative language
- Overall emotional atmosphere
Which of the following character archetypes is most likely to embark on a journey of self-discovery, driven by a desire for personal growth and new experiences?
Which of the following character archetypes is most likely to embark on a journey of self-discovery, driven by a desire for personal growth and new experiences?
When analyzing an argumentative essay, what is the primary purpose of collecting and evaluating evidence?
When analyzing an argumentative essay, what is the primary purpose of collecting and evaluating evidence?
A writer aims to capture the sensory experience of walking through a forest in autumn. Which literary device would be MOST effective?
A writer aims to capture the sensory experience of walking through a forest in autumn. Which literary device would be MOST effective?
In a creative nonfiction piece about a personal journey, the author wants to introduce a significant event from their childhood that shaped their current perspective. Which literary device is MOST suitable?
In a creative nonfiction piece about a personal journey, the author wants to introduce a significant event from their childhood that shaped their current perspective. Which literary device is MOST suitable?
An author is writing a piece about the history of jazz music. What organizational pattern would be MOST appropriate for presenting the information?
An author is writing a piece about the history of jazz music. What organizational pattern would be MOST appropriate for presenting the information?
A creative nonfiction writer is crafting a personal essay. Which element is MOST crucial for establishing credibility and trustworthiness with the reader?
A creative nonfiction writer is crafting a personal essay. Which element is MOST crucial for establishing credibility and trustworthiness with the reader?
Which of the following BEST exemplifies a theme in creative nonfiction?
Which of the following BEST exemplifies a theme in creative nonfiction?
An author describes a bustling city street as 'a symphony of honking cars, chattering voices, and screeching tires.' Which literary device is being used?
An author describes a bustling city street as 'a symphony of honking cars, chattering voices, and screeching tires.' Which literary device is being used?
Which of the following creative nonfiction forms allows the author to express personal thoughts, experiences, and opinions on a regular basis?
Which of the following creative nonfiction forms allows the author to express personal thoughts, experiences, and opinions on a regular basis?
In a narrative, how does the plot primarily advance the story?
In a narrative, how does the plot primarily advance the story?
Flashcards
Episodic
Episodic
A type of storytelling with loosely related incidents tied by a theme.
Symbolism
Symbolism
A literary device using someone/something to represent deeper meanings.
Static Characters
Static Characters
Characters that do not undergo any kind of change throughout the story.
Argumentative Essay
Argumentative Essay
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Tone
Tone
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Alliteration
Alliteration
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Flashback
Flashback
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Poetry
Poetry
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Theme
Theme
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Chronological Order
Chronological Order
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Simile
Simile
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Imagery
Imagery
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Biography
Biography
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Study Notes
Creative Nonfiction Unit Test - Study Notes
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Literary Devices:
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Alliteration: Repetition of initial consonant sounds.
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Flashback: Disrupts chronological order, presenting events that happened earlier.
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Imagery: Language that appeals to the senses.
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Metaphor: Comparison without using "like" or "as".
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Personification: Giving human qualities to non-human things.
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Simile: Comparison using "like" or "as".
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Symbolism: Something representing something else.
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Literary Genres:
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Poetry: Written in stanzas.
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Fiction: Not necessarily based on real life.
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Creative Nonfiction: Based on real life events or people but with literary techniques.
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Narrative: Tells a story.
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Short Story: A concise narrative.
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Autobiography: Detailed account of a person's life.
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Biography: A detailed account of a person's life.
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Blog: A personal online journal.
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Travelogue: A description of a journey.
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Memoir: Reflect on a significant period in one's life.
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Novel: A longer story.
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Literary Elements:
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Theme: Central idea or meaning of a text.
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Plot: Arrangement of events in a story.
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Chronological Order: Events presented in the order they occurred.
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Points of View: The perspective from which a story is told.
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Narrator: The person telling the story.
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Characters: People or entities in a story
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Setting: The time and place of a story.
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Conflict: The struggle or problem in the story.
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Static Characters: Do not change during the story.
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The Innocent: A stereotype of possessing a morally pure character.
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The Explorer: A stereotype of curious, self-improving people.
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Poetic Devices:
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Cinquain: A five-line poem.
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Couplet: Two lines of poetry that rhyme.
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Quatrain: Four-line poem
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Sonnet: A 14-line poem.
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Rhythm: Stress and unstressed syllables.
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Essay Types:
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Argumentative Essay: Requires in-depth research.
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Other Terms:
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Accuracy: Correctness of information.
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Relevance: Applies to a reader's life.
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Coherence: Logical flow of ideas.
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Cohesion: Connections between ideas.
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Genre: Category or type of something.
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Episodic: Story with loosely connected events.
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Testinonio: Description of a harmful belief.
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Tone: Attitude expressed in a text.
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Explore creative nonfiction literary devices such as alliteration, flashback, and symbolism. Review genres like autobiography, biography, and memoir. Understand narrative techniques in nonfiction.
