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A writer aims to create a sense of unease and anticipation in their narrative, leaving the audience uncertain about upcoming events. Which literary device is the writer employing?
A writer aims to create a sense of unease and anticipation in their narrative, leaving the audience uncertain about upcoming events. Which literary device is the writer employing?
- Conflict
- Allusion
- Suspense (correct)
- Mood
In a story, the narrator is not a character in the story but has insight into the thoughts and feelings of all characters. Which point of view is being used?
In a story, the narrator is not a character in the story but has insight into the thoughts and feelings of all characters. Which point of view is being used?
- Third Person Limited
- Third Person Omniscient (correct)
- First Person
- Second Person
Which literary device is most responsible for driving the plot forward by creating tension?
Which literary device is most responsible for driving the plot forward by creating tension?
- Conflict (correct)
- Theme
- Mood
- Tone
An author uses gloomy descriptions of the setting and characters' interactions to evoke a feeling of sadness and despair in the reader. Which literary element is the author emphasizing?
An author uses gloomy descriptions of the setting and characters' interactions to evoke a feeling of sadness and despair in the reader. Which literary element is the author emphasizing?
A writer expresses disapproval of a political decision through sarcastic and critical language. What is this an example of?
A writer expresses disapproval of a political decision through sarcastic and critical language. What is this an example of?
What is the literary element that explores the central idea about society, human nature, or life, which the author conveys?
What is the literary element that explores the central idea about society, human nature, or life, which the author conveys?
Which literary device is used when the phrase 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers' is spoken?
Which literary device is used when the phrase 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers' is spoken?
In the sentence, 'The internet is a highway of information,' which literary device is being used?
In the sentence, 'The internet is a highway of information,' which literary device is being used?
In the sentence, 'The memories were like a bittersweet symphony,' which literary device is used?
In the sentence, 'The memories were like a bittersweet symphony,' which literary device is used?
A book references the story of David and Goliath to represent an underdog overcoming a larger, more powerful opponent. Which literary device is used?
A book references the story of David and Goliath to represent an underdog overcoming a larger, more powerful opponent. Which literary device is used?
Flashcards
Suspense
Suspense
The feeling of excitement or anxiety about what will happen next in a story.
Point of View
Point of View
The perspective from which a story is told, influencing how events and characters are perceived. Includes First, Second, and Third Person.
Conflict
Conflict
The clash or disagreement between opposing forces, often driving the narrative's plot.
Mood
Mood
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Tone
Tone
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Theme
Theme
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Alliteration
Alliteration
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Simile
Simile
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Metaphor
Metaphor
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Allusion
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Study Notes
- English Vocab Words
Suspense
- The feeling of excitement or anxiety felt by readers when they are unsure of future events in a story
Point of View
- The perspective from which a story is narrated
- Influences the perception of events and characters
- Includes variations such as:
- First Person
- Second Person
- Third Person
Conflict
- A clash or disagreement between opposing forces
- Often drives the narrative's plot
Mood
- The emotional atmosphere that a piece of writing conveys to the reader
- Often set by the author's word choice and tone
Tone
- The author's attitude or stance toward the subject matter or audience
- Reflected in writing style and word selection
Theme
- The underlying message or insight in a literary work
- Examples include:
- The value of perseverance
- Nature of love
Alliteration
- Repetition of consonant sounds in a sequence of words
- Creates a rhythmic or poetic effect
- Example: "Silly Sally swiftly shooed seven silly sheep."
Simile
- A figure of speech that directly compares two different things using "like" or "as"
- Example: "Her smile was as bright as the sun."
Metaphor
- A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as"
- Example: "Time is a thief."
Allusion
- A reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of literature or art
- Enriches the text's meaning
- Example: "He has the Midas touch," referencing the myth of King Midas who turned everything to gold
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