Unit 6: Longer Fiction or Drama II

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

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Archetypes

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

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Metaphors

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

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Speech

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

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Evidence

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

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Choices

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

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Stream of consciousness

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

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Good evidence

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

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tone of narration

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

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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.

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Similarities

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

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Opposition

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

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Actions

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

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Foreshadowing

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

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In medias res

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

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tone

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

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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.

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Commentary

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

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