Literary Terms Definition Quiz

What literary term is described as jumping back to the past to tell a story?

Which literary term involves the audience knowing something that the characters don't know?

In a story, who usually experiences a dynamic change and faces challenges?

What is the main reason or idea why an author wrote a piece called?

Which literary term refers to tension between two characters or entities?

What literary device involves giving clues about future events in a story?

What can you infer about a character who comforts others in times of need when the whole world seems to be crashing around them?

In the dialogue between Harold and Maude, what can you infer about Maude's preparedness for the interview?

In the line 'Does this mean I don’t get the job?', what literary term is exemplified?

What can you infer from the statement 'The old man is a bit eccentric' in relation to his claims?

What distinguishes the connotation of a word from its denotation?

From Maude's response 'It’s not that I’m not prepared, I just didn’t bring anything with me', what can you infer about her character?

What can be inferred about the family's financial situation based on the text?

What is the tone of the passage regarding the family's Christmas celebration?

Why is understanding historical context important when analyzing literature?

Which statement describes a quality of good reader's theater performance?

How can persuasive/argumentative writing be effectively organized to strengthen the author's points?

Which literary term is exemplified when the readers know more than what the characters know in a story?