Unit 6: Longer Fiction or Drama II

flashback

A(n) ________ is a literary device that takes the reader back to an earlier time before the present moment in the narrative.

Archetypes

________ are universal symbols and characters that represent recurring patterns of human behavior in literature, art, and culture.

Metaphors

________ are a powerful literary device used in both style and structure to convey meaning beyond the literal words on the page.

Speech

________ in drama refers to the dialogue spoken by characters on stage or in a film.

Evidence

________ is an essential component of any argument, as it provides support for the claims being made.

Choices

________ can reveal aspects of a character's personality, values, and beliefs.

Stream of consciousness

________ is a literary technique that depicts the continuous flow of thoughts and feelings in a character's mind.

Good evidence

________ should be credible (i.e., from a trustworthy source), provide accurate information and logically connect back to the claim being made.

tone of narration

The ________ can be formal or informal, serious or humorous, sarcastic or sincere, depending on the content and context.

Narrative bias

________ refers to the tendency of individuals to interpret and remember events in a way that fits into a pre- existing narrative or story.

Similarities

are primarily found in their basic character traits, such as values, beliefs, and motivations.

Opposition

in foil characters refers to a literary technique used to highlight the contrast between two characters.

Actions

in literature refer to the physical movements or behaviors of characters within a written work.

Foreshadowing

is a literary device in which an author hints at or suggests future events that will occur later on in the story.

In medias res

Starting a story in the middle of the action, rather than at the beginning.

tone

plays a crucial role in setting the mood and conveying emotions.

Narrative bias

refers to the tendency of individuals to interpret and remember events in a way that fits into a pre-existing narrative or story.

Commentary

in literature refers to the analysis and interpretation of a literary work.