AP eng

Allegory

the representation of abstract ideas or principles by character, figures, or events in narrative, dramatic or pictorial form.

ambiguity

When an author leaves out details/information or in under about an event so the reader will use their imagination to fill in the blanks.

Anaphor

the use of a word referring to or replacing a word used earlier in a sentence, to avoid repetition, such as do in I like it and so do they.

characterization

The way a writer reveals information about character

Narration

How a story is told which includes elements of point of view, voice, and tim

ephemeral

lasting for a very short time

Esoteric

understood by only a small specialized audience

felicity

joyfulness, happiness

Hackneyed

lacking significance because of overuse

Jettison

to toss away something that’s no longer wanted

levity

a lightness of manner or a lack of seriousness

Paragon

a perfect example of something

Prattle

to talk at length in a foolish way

Savant

an especially intelligent person

Spurn

to reject with hatred

What can character descriptions include?

details that reveal a character's internal and external identity

What can a character’s speech style and patterns show?

their personality, background, education, and emotional state

What is the difference between point of view and perspective?

(POV) is the narrative structure that determines who is telling the story, while perspective is the unique lens through which a character or author views events, shaped by their experiences, beliefs, and emotions

What are the two major elements that setting encompasses?

Time and place

What are three things that setting also encompasses?

time period, social environment, and cultural context.

Name two archetypal strategies

"Overcoming the Monster" and "The Quest"--"Rags to Riches" and "Voyage and Return".

What can exposition introduce?

introduce the setting, characters, and basic conflict of a story. It provides background information so readers can understand the narrative that follows.

Why do writers use flashbacks?

interrupt the chronological flow of a story and insert a scene from the past. This device provides crucial information that can reveal a character's backstory, offer insight into their motivations, or explain the origins of the main conflict.

What does the phrase, “in medias res” literally translate to?

"in the middle of things"

What is stream of consciousness as a writing style?

attempts to reproduce the character's continuous, unedited, and unfiltered thought process. It often involves free association, lacks conventional punctuation, and includes fragmented or run-on sentences to mimic the chaotic and non-linear way the human mind works.