AICE Literature Final Master Study Guide (copy)

AO1

Argument; clear point answering the question.

AO2

Language & Methods; use of techniques and word analysis.

AO3

Context; consideration of societal, historical, gender issues, slavery, etc.

P – Point

Provide a clear answer to the question in paragraph structure.

E – Evidence

Include a short quote from the text as evidence.

D – Device

Identify the literary technique used in the evidence.

A – Analysis

Discuss the meaning and effect of the evidence provided.

L – Link

Connect to the theme, context, and author’s message.

Social Prison

The yard depicted as a social prison with no mobility or escape.

Metaphor

A figure of speech that describes something as if it were something else.

Dialect

A particular form of a language peculiar to a specific region or social group.

Systemic Poverty

Poverty presented as a product of structural inequalities in society.

Postcolonial Disappointment

The disillusionment felt by individuals facing unfulfilled promises of freedom after colonial rule.

Idiom

A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

Future Hope

The expectation for positive change in future despite current dismal conditions.

Irony

A contrast between expectation and reality, often highlighting a deeper truth.

Dehumanization

The process of depriving a person or group of human qualities or attributes.

Normalization of Violence

The way society becomes accustomed to violence against certain groups.

False Freedom

The illusion of freedom that does not lead to actual safety or autonomy.

Surveillance

The observation of individual behavior, typically for the purpose of control.

Repetition

The action of repeating something that has already been said or written.

Absence of Safety

The state of being unprotected or insecure, especially for marginalized groups.

Transformation

A marked change in appearance, character, or function.

Selfish Modern Identity

An aspect of modern identity that prioritizes individual desires over collective values.

Superficial Relationships

Connections that lack depth or emotional substance, often veiling true feelings.

Decay

The process of declining and deteriorating over time.

Isolation

Being separated from others; a condition of being alone.

Satire

The use of humor, irony, or ridicule to criticize and mock societal flaws.

Control Dynamics

The relationship between those who hold power and those subjected to it.

Emotional Shutdown

A state where an individual stops expressing feelings or thoughts.

Colonization

The act of establishing control over a foreign territory and its people.

Human Condition

The various experiences and emotions that define human existence.

Symbolism

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

Critical Analysis

An examination of a text's components, including themes, devices, and effectiveness.

Facade

An outward appearance maintained to conceal a less pleasant reality.

Modernity

The quality or condition of being modern; relating to contemporary society.

Psychological Torture

Mental anguish inflicted upon a person, often through manipulative means.

Cyclical Performance

A repeating cycle of behavior that defines one's identity or experience.

Empowerment

The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one’s life.

Mechanization

The process of changing from working largely or exclusively by hand to machines.

Colloquial Language

The use of informal words or phrases in conversation.

Social Commentary

A way of speaking or writing that reflects on societal issues.

Disillusionment

A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed.

Civil Rights Movement

A decades-long struggle for social justice aimed at ending racial discrimination.

Cultural Identity

The feeling of belonging to a group that shares a common culture.

Rhetorical Device

A use of language designed to have a persuasive or dramatic effect.

Literary Technique

The methods an author uses to convey meaning and enhance a story.

Theme

The underlying message or central idea of a literary work.

Societal Expectations

Normative beliefs about how individuals should behave in society.

Reader's Response

The interpretation and emotional reaction of a reader to a text.

Tone

The attitude or approach that the author takes toward the work’s central theme or subject.

Emotional Impact

The effect that a piece of literature has on a reader’s feelings.