Literary Analysis 9th grade

9th grade honors English flashcards

Metaphor

A figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true but helps explain an idea or make a comparison by asserting that one thing is another.

Simile

A figure of speech that compares two different things using "like" or "as" to highlight similarities.

Dramatic irony

occurs when the audience knows more about a situation than the characters, creating tension or humor.

Situational irony

occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens, often resulting in a humorous or poignant outcome.

Mood

the emotional atmosphere or tone of a literary work, affecting how readers feel.

Tone

the attitude or approach that an author takes toward the theme or subject of a literary work, influencing the reader's perception and emotional response.

Symbol

a person, place, thing, or event that has both a literal and figurative meaning, often representing larger concepts or ideas in a literary work.

Observation

Noticing words that can have deeper meaning in the text

Identify

Annotate what lit devices the author uses

Annotate

Write about how it’s being used in the text.