Prose Literary Elements

tone

author's attitude/feeling towards subject

mood

emotional feeling that text creates in reader

imagery

descriptive language that appeals to 5 senses to create picture

simile

fig of speech comapres two diff. things using "like" or "as"

metaphor

fig. of speech compares two diff things (w/o like or as)

juxtaposition

two+ contrasting elements placed side by side to highlight differences (can also be to compare)

hyperbole

fig. of speech that uses exaggeration to create strong emphasis

paradox

statement/situation that's self-contradictory/absurd that gives deeper truth/insight

irony

events/words are opposite of what's expected creating sense of surprise/humor & emphasis

allusion

brief & indirect reference to person, place, thing, idea used to add depth

epiphany

moment of sudden realization that character experiences usually leading to big change in them/world around them

protagonist

main character, actions propel story

antagonist

opposes protagonist, creates conflict

foil character

contrast w/ another character(protag) to highlight specific qualities/traits

exposition

a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.