Literary Terms Flashcards

These flashcards cover key literary terms and their definitions to aid in understanding and retention for the upcoming exam.

Diction

Writer’s word choice that shapes tone and meaning.

Didactic

Intended to teach or instruct, often moral lessons.

Emphasis

Special importance or focus placed on an idea.

Euphemism

Mild phrase replacing a harsh or unpleasant one.

Evaluate

To judge or determine the value of something.

Evidence

Facts or details supporting an argument or claim.

Example/Illustration

Specific instance explaining or clarifying an idea.

Exposition

Background information introducing characters, setting, or situation.

Fallacies

Errors in reasoning that weaken an argument.

Figurative Language

Uses comparisons or imagery beyond literal meaning.

Flashback

A scene returning to an earlier event in time.