Unit 3: Longer Fiction or Drama I

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.