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Chronological plot structure
________ is a storytelling technique where events are presented in the order they occur in time.
First person point of view
is a narrative perspective where the story is told from the perspective of "I" or "we".
Omniscent Point of View
also known as the "god-like" perspective, is a narrative technique where the narrator has complete knowledge and awareness of all characters' thoughts, feelings, actions and motivations.
Reading text
literally means interpreting the words exactly as they are written, without adding any additional meaning or interpretation.
Literary analysis
is the practice of examining a literary work, such as a novel, poem or play, and breaking it down into its various components to better understand how they contribute to the whole.
Reading text figuratively
involves looking beyond the literal meaning of words and trying to understand what else might be implied by them.
Episodic plot structure
is a literary technique that involves dividing a story into smaller sections or episodes, each with its own mini-plot.
Cultural references
can also play a role in identifying setting.
Social norms and customs
play an important role in identifying a setting.
Textual evidence
________ is information from a written work that supports or proves a point being made.
Subplot
________ is a secondary plot that runs parallel to the main plot in a story.
Adventure
________ refers to an exciting or unusual experience that involves taking risks and exploring the unknown.
Tragedy
________ typically involves the main character facing a series of conflicts and obstacles that challenge their beliefs and values.
Romance
________ is a complex human emotion that involves intense feelings of affection and attachment towards another person.
linear plot structure
A(n) ________ is a type of storytelling in which events unfold in chronological order, with a beginning, middle, and end.
Cyclical plot structure
________ is a narrative technique in which the story ends where it began, creating a sense of circularity or repetition.
Fantasy
________ in dramatic situations can be a powerful tool for creating tension and suspense in storytelling.
Good physical description
________ is an important part of world- building in fiction writing and can also be used effectively in non- fiction writing such as travelogues or memoirs to bring places to life for readers who have not experienced them firsthand.
Mysteries
________ are a classic element of dramatic situations, as they provide suspense and intrigue that keep the audience engaged.
Perspective
________ is an individual's interpretation of their own experiences and how they view the world.
Technology
________ refers to the tools or machines that are used to accomplish tasks.
Demographics
________ refer to the characteristics of the population in that particular area.
Dialogue
________: What a character says can also provide clues to their personality traits such as their values, beliefs, intelligence level and emotional state.
Second person point of view
________ is a writing perspective in which the narrator addresses the reader directly as "you ..
speaker
A "________ "is the voice that communicates with the reader or audience.
Social norms
________ and customs play an important role in identifying a setting.
narrator
A(n) ________ is a person or character who tells the story, either in writing or verbally.
non chronological plot structure
A(n) ________ refers to a storytelling technique where events are presented out of sequence, often through the use of flashbacks or other narrative devices.
Third person point of view
________ is a narrative perspective in which the story is told by an external narrator who refers to characters and events using third- person pronouns such as "he, ""she, "or "they ..
Physical Appearance
________: The description of the character's physical appearance can give us insights into their personality, background, and social status.
Technology and transportation
can provide important clues about the time period and location in which a story is set.
textual evidence
Using ________ is an important part of forming arguments in academic writing and helps build credibility by showing that your ideas are based on factual information from reliable sources.
Demographics
________ can also influence how people interact with each other and their environment which may impact how you as an author build out characters or plotlines within your story's setting.
Dialogue
What a character says can also provide clues to their personality traits such as their values, beliefs, intelligence level and emotional state
Actions/Motivations
Actions taken by the characters often help readers understand what drives them to act certain ways (motivations)
Physical Descriptions
refers to the use of descriptive language to provide details about a setting or location.
Comedy
is the use of humor to lighten the mood or provide relief during an intense or serious moment.
Claim
typically refers to the central argument or thesis statement that a writer makes about a particular piece of literature.
Alliteration
________ and repetitioncan also affect interpretations and assumptions, seeing as they can emphasize associations or ideas.
Diction
________ in literature is the selection of words employed by an author to give life to their writing and express a certain atmosphere or feeling.
Antecedent
a phrase, clause, or word in which precedes its referent.
Punctuation
________ is crucial towards understanding the structure of a poem, or any text in general.
Referents
________ can include clauses, nouns, pronouns, or phrases.
Imagery and figures of speech
are commonly used in literature and writing to create a vivid description or convey an idea.
Shifts
________ can be determined by punctuation, a structural convention, or simply a word.
Grammar
________ also contributes to the overall aesthetic of a work, as punctuation, spelling, and word choice are all essential components of any writing.
Literary devices
________ are a wide variety of techniques used to enhance the written word, including figures of speech, rhetorical devices, and imagery.
Contrasts
________ can also be the direct result of juxtapositions and shifts.
Tone
________ can be either positive or negative, and conveys the author's feelings and opinions about the work, thereby creating an emotional response from the reader.
dramatic situation
is a literary device used to create tension and conflict within the poem.
Imagery
refers to the use of language that appeals to the senses, such as sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell.
Figures of speech
are more complex forms of language that create meaning beyond literal interpretation.
Structure
The composition of a poem is deliberately contrived by authors and commonly utilized to assist readers in interpreting the urgency.
Themes
Many poems are crafted to convey specific themes, which can be explicitly pronounced or intricately woven (oftentimes left for readers to decipher or infer).
Conflict
________ is a crucial element of literature that drives the plot forward and creates tension in the story.
Plot development
________ is a crucial aspect of storytelling that involves the progression and unfolding of events in a narrative.
Person vs self
________ is a type of conflict where the main character struggles with their own thoughts, beliefs, or emotions.
Symbolism
________ in literature is the use of symbols to represent abstract ideas or concepts.
Commentary
________ helps readers understand not only what the evidence means but also why it's important in supporting your thesis statement.
character description
A(n) ________ is a written or spoken representation of a fictional or non- fictional character's physical appearance, personality traits, motivations, and other defining characteristics.
External conflict
________ occurs outside of the character and can take many forms such as person vs person (interpersonal), person vs society (societal), person vs nature /environmental issues (natural), person vs supernatural /fate etc.
Character Perspective
is shaped by their personality traits, beliefs, values, experiences and biases.
dynamic character
is a type of character in fiction who undergoes significant internal change throughout the course of a story.
Static characters
are fictional characters who remain the same throughout a story or novel.
Setting the scene
refers to the process of creating a detailed and immersive environment in which a story or event takes place.
Internal conflict
occurs within a character's mind and emotions, such as their fears, doubts, or desires.
person vs person
is often used in literature and storytelling to describe a conflict or struggle between two individuals.
Person Vs Society
refers to a type of external conflict where the main character struggles against the norms, rules and expectations of their culture or group.
Person Vs Nature
is a common theme in literature, film, and other forms of art.
thesis statement
is a concise declaration of the main point, argument or focus of an essay, research paper or other academic work.
Evidence
refers to the information or data that supports a claim or argument.
Line reasoning
in literature refers to the process of analyzing a text on a line-by-line basis, paying close attention to each individual sentence and how it contributes to the overall meaning of the work.
Archetypes
________ are universal patterns of behavior, personality traits, and symbols that are found across different cultures, time periods, and religions.
Physical distance
________ is a common theme in literature, often used to explore the complex emotions that arise when characters are separated from one another.
Atmosphere
________ plays an important role in creating tension, suspense, mystery and other emotions that engage readers with the story.
Contrasts
________ help to add depth and complexity to a story by highlighting the different aspects of its elements.
Trickster
The ________: This archetype is typically a clever and cunning character who uses wit and deception to achieve their goals.
Antagonists
________ are often portrayed as villains or enemies of the protagonist, but they can also be forces of nature or circumstances beyond human control.
Chronological distance
________ in literature refers to the time difference between when a literary work was written and the time period being described or depicted in the work.
Contrasts
________ are a literary device used to highlight the differences between two or more things in literature.
Tone
________ also affects how we feel while reading.
The Hero
This archetype is typically a protagonist who overcomes obstacles and adversity to achieve a goal or accomplish something great
The Mentor
This archetype is typically an older, wiser character who guides and advises the hero
The Villain
This archetype is typically an antagonist who opposes the hero and cause conflict
The Mother
This archetype is typically a nurturing, supportive character who cares for the hero
The Outcast
This archetype is typically a character who is marginalized or rejected by society
protagonist
is the main character of a story or narrative, who typically drives the plot forward and undergoes some sort of change or transformation throughout the course of the story.
Character relationships
refer to the connections and interactions between different characters in a story or work of fiction.
Mood
in literature refers to the emotional atmosphere or feeling that a work of literature conveys to its readers.
First-person narration
Narration where the story is told from the perspective of the protagonist. The reader sees events through their eyes and experiences their thoughts and feelings.
Third-person limited narration
A story told from the perspective of an omniscient narrator, but only focusing on the thoughts and feelings of one character.
Third-person omniscient narration
A story told from the perspective of an all-knowing narrator, who has access to the thoughts and feelings of all characters.
Stream-of-consciousness narration
A story told through the inner thoughts and feelings of a character, often in a disjointed or non-linear way.
Objective narration
A story told from a neutral or detached perspective, without revealing the thoughts or feelings of any characters.
Narrative distance
refers to the physical and emotional proximity between the reader or audience and the characters in a literary work.
Perspective
can also refer to the way in which an author presents the characters, events, and themes of the story.
Free verse
________ is a type of poetry that doesn't follow any specific rhyme or meter scheme.
Understatement
________ is the act of describing something in a way that makes it seem less important, serious, or extreme than it really is.
haiku
A(n) ________ is a form of Japanese poetry that consists of three lines.
Personification
________ is a literary device or figure of speech in which human qualities and characteristics are attributed to non- human entities, such as animals, objects, or abstract concepts.
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