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What is the main theme of a narrative poem?
A narrative poem tells a story and often includes characters, a plot, and a setting.
What are the two main types of conflict in literature?
The two main types of conflict are internal conflict (within a character) and external conflict (between a character and an outside force).
What is character development?
Character development refers to the process by which a character attributes and depth are established, often involving growth or change over the course of the story.
What is the purpose of setting in a story?
The setting provides the background for the events of the story, influencing plot and character.
What is a theme in literature?
A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work.
Explain the term 'metaphor'.
A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.
What is an allegory?
An allegory is a narrative that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.
Define 'stanza' in poetry.
A stanza is a grouped set of lines in a poem, usually set apart by a space from other stanzas.
What is the difference between simile and metaphor?
A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor does so without these words.
What is the purpose of foreshadowing?
Foreshadowing is used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.
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